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This is a festival to celebrate the written and spoken word in all its forms, including books, drama, music and art.

See the “What’s On?” page to find out about the events.  As the list below shows, there are a wide range of topics to discover. You can also review past Alton Word Fest events in the “Archive” pages. Some events are specifically for school children - if your school isn’t taking part, please encourage them to get in touch.

Events for everyone

• Creative Writing Competitions for Children & Adults
• Charity Quiz Challenge at Alton Golf Club
• Talk and tour at Chawton House Library
• “Pint Pot of Fire” - storytelling competition
• Travel talk by John Pilkington at Alton Library
• “Speak Up!” schools’ speaking contest
• Spelling Bee competition for schools
• “Harvest of Talents” exhibition & performances, St. Lawrence Church
• Talk by two artists exhibiting at Gilbert White’s House
• Literary Lunch with author Prue Leith speaking

Welcome to Alton Word Fest 2010

See What’s On? for details of events