To keep the momentum going between our annual April festivals, and to promote the event to a wider audience, we run an informal Pop-Up LitFest in our mini marquee at the Hawkesbury Horticultural Show – the biggest social event in our community, attended by thousands of people of all ages each year.
Historical novelist David Penny chats to one of his fans, who says his books are among her top ten historical novels of all time
It’s a great opportunity to meet our authors and talk about their books – or, if you’re interested in writing books yourself, to ask their advice.
Taking place on the last Saturday in August each year, it’s a classic English village show, and the longest running event of its kind, with a carnival parade in fancy dress; a huge marquee full of prize-winning vegetables, fruit, flowers, baking and crafts; entertainments in an open-air arena; a funfair and plenty of refreshments. We have the prime position next to the Pimms tent! For more information about the Village Show, visit its website:
Our mini marquee – photo by festival author Mari Howard
Hawkesbury Upton Literature Festival 
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