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Stars Descend on Cheltenham Lit Fest
12 Aug
Summary
- Festival runs for 10 days from October 9-18.
- Over 500 authors and celebrities to appear.
- Tribute planned for Dame Jilly Cooper.
The Cheltenham Literature Festival is set to welcome a constellation of literary and celebrity talent from October 9 to 18. This year's event boasts an impressive lineup of over 500 authors, journalists, and public figures gathering in the market town. Attendees can anticipate engaging discussions and appearances across multiple venues.
Notable guests include Great British Bake Off judge Dame Prue Leith, who will discuss aging with Gyles Brandreth and Kathy Lette. Her predecessor, Dame Mary Berry, will join Mel Giedroyc to talk about her passion for gardening and an upcoming cookbook.
Further highlights include Bridget Jones creator Helen Fielding and Life of Pi author Yann Martel. A special panel will honor the late Dame Jilly Cooper, a celebrated local author. Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood and comedians Sara Pascoe and Sandi Toksvig are also confirmed participants.
