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Folkestone Through Writers' Eyes: A Literary Walking Tour

Folkestone, Folkestone · 7 November 2026

The Folkestone Mermaid statue on Sunny Sands beach, with the harbour and white cliffs beyondPhoto of Folkestone: Oast House Archive, CC BY-SA 2.0
7 Nov

Photo of Folkestone: Oast House Archive, CC BY-SA 2.0

A literary walking tour of Folkestone led by local writer and historian Tony Quarrington and Folkestone Book Festival curator Sophie Haydock, starting at 12pm on 7 November 2026. The stroll takes in the town and suits anyone interested in writing, history or local stories. Booking is recommended.

Highlights

  • Guided literary walk led by Tony Quarrington and Sophie Haydock
  • Starts at 12pm on Saturday 7 November 2026 in Folkestone
  • Part of the Folkestone Book Festival programme

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