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Fowey Literary Festival
Each May, the town of Fowey bursts into creative bloom as the Du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival brings together a wide variety of writers, readers, artists, musicians, and curious minds of all ages. Nestled on Cornwall’s south coast, our festival is more than a celebration of literature, it’s a living expression of cultural connection, community pride, and artistic discovery. Set against the backdrop of rich local heritage and the timeless influence of Daphne du Maurier, it is Cornwall’s first and longest running literary festival and a beloved part of the town’s identity.
Since its creation in 1997, the work we do has honoured the legacy of Daphne du Maurier, whose presence in Fowey shaped some of her most enduring work. Her voice still echoes through the cliffs and coves, the houses and harbours of this landscape.
2026 Adult Short Story and Children's Writing and Art Competitions - now open!
Visit Fowey Secret Gardens - May 25 & 26
A huge thank you to our sponsors and supporters
Your support means a great deal
Whether you volunteer with us, have taken out a Friends membership, or contributed to our fundraising campaign, it means a lot to us.
Our fundraising campaign is ongoing, helping us to stage our Festival, in addition to the extremely important continuation of our schools’ literary programme.