Set up in 2006 to save the Appledore Library, the festival has become an important part of the literary calendar, with all profits going to charity. Held in a quaint little fishing village, it has workshops and talks by authors hoping to promote a love of reading in people of all ages.
When? Sept 23rd – Oct 2nd 2016
Who? 2016 TBA
Where? Appledore, North Devon |
How much? Tickets from £5
Festival Website: www.appledorebookfestival.co.uk
Social Media?
Twitter: @AppledoreBkFest
Festival Director? 2015 - Brenda Daly
Past Festivals? Established 2006
2015 - Nicholas Parsons CBE in conversation with Festival Patron Judi Spiers. Others: Vince Cable, Terry Waite CBE, Ann Widdecombe, Pam St Clement, Martin Bell OBE, Dom Joly, Patrick Gale, Tony Hawks and Elkie Brooks.
2014 - Penny Junor, Lord David Owen, Fay Weldon, Michael Morpurgo and Richard Madeley. Jeremy Vine +
Duncan Bannatyne, Peter Snow, Lynda La Plante, Jonathan Dimbleby, Richard Madeley, Judy Finnigan and Michael Palin. Kate Adie, Shirley Williams, PD James, Stella Rimington , Paddy Ashdown,Michael Morpurgo, Patrick Gale, Tony Benn, Colin Shaddock. In 2011 Micheal Rosen, Peter Sissons, Nicola Morgan, more-
North Devon and Exmoor
Decide on North Devon for your holiday and you'll be spoilt for choice. From the miles of fabulous golden beaches to the wild moorlands of Exmoor, from tiny villages tucked away in hidden valleys to bustling seaside towns, North Devon has it all.
You can follow deep winding lanes through North Devon's beautiful rolling countryside to discover bustling market towns and tranquil villages with picturesque thatched cottages. You could visit Holsworthy and Hatherleigh, delightful bases for the greenest of green holidays - cycling, rambling, horse riding and fishing, or South Molton, once famed for its sheep fairs and now a thriving centre of the arts and antique trades.
Exmoor has its own powerful atmosphere, with a history going back millions of years. Its combination of rugged coastline with dramatic cliffs, ancient woodland and expanses of open moorland roamed by wild ponies and deer proves an enduring attraction. It is home to many rare and important species of plants, birds and animals, a treat for all nature lovers.
If your taste is for the sea, North Devon has some of the finest sandy beaches in the British Isles. Woolacombe, a blue-flag beach, was recently voted one of the world's top ten. Just around the headland, Croyde, a Seaside Award beach, is famous for surfing, while Saunton's sands stretch as far as the eye can see.
The pretty harbours at Clovelly, Ilfracombe and Lynmouth make a delightful contrast to the spectacular coastline, notably the Hartland peninsula where the coastal path follows dramatic cliffs and tiny coves.
North Devon offers an exciting choice of attractions too. Take a trip on the Tarka line, visit the Exmoor zoo, a dinosaur park or gnome reserve, walk round beautiful gardens or enjoy the peace of nature reserves -- there is something here for every interest.
North Devon's rich diversity of landscape and attractions make it a guaranteed favourite with visitors - families, couples or singles - for a holiday or short break at all times of year.
Further Information:
North Devon and Exmoor - www.northdevon.com
Visit Exmoor - www.visit-exmoor.co.uk
Ruby Country - www.therubycountry.com
North Devon AONB - www.northdevon-aonb.org.uk
Explore Braunton - www.explorebraunton.com
Barnstaple - 01271 375000, email, website
Bideford - 01237 477676, email, website
Braunton - 01271 816400, email, website
Combe Martin - 01271 883319, email, website
Great Torrington - 01805 626140, email, website
Hartland Peninsula - 01237 431504, website
Hatherleigh - website
Holsworthy - 01409 254185, email, website
Ilfracombe - 01271 863001, email, website
Lynton / Lynmouth - 01598 752225, email, website
South Molton - 01769 574122, email, website
Woolacombe - 01271 870553, email, website
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