Throckmorton Literary Festival

What? Writers gather in the majestic house and grounds of the Throckmorton family at Coughton Court for the Throckmorton Literary Festival. The three-day event features an organ recital, book signings and readings.

Who? 2010 TBA

When? 2010 TBA - ed: Doesn't look like there will be a festival in 2010 as far as we can see. Please confirm for yourselves..... (The festival 2009 ran from Friday 18th to Sunday 20th September)

Where? Throckmorton, Warwickshire, Coughton Court is a stunning Tudor house set in 25 acres of landscaped gardens. It provides a sumptuous backdrop to hear some of our best-loved writers talk about their work, from crime writers and best-selling novelists to historians, biographers, and authorities on art, gardens, politics and religion. AA Route Planner | multimap

How much? In 2009 . All talks are £8, and concerts are £10. Visitors can also purchase a day ticket to include all events, for £35. For school groups of 15 or more, a 10% discount is offered. A £1 reduction is offered to full-time students with valid photo ID, senior citizens and children under 18. The ticket price includes entry to the gardens (excluding the walled garden), but not the house.

Ticketing hotline: 01789 762542 or book online here.

Festival Website: Throckmorton Literary Festival

Previous festivals: Rosie Alison, Karen Armstrong, Professor Jonathan Bate, Tracy Borman, Katie Campbell, Andrew Clover, John Guy, Ed Hollis, Michael Holroyd, Nicki Howarth, Jessica Mann, Michael McNay, Kachi A Ozumba, Anthony Quinn and Katherine Swift, among many others.