Gwynngala Artists and Makers was formed in 1996. There are now 24 members, mostly based around Launceston, producing exciting experimental work as well as more traditional contemporary pieces in a wide diversity of styles.

Tessa Hainsworth is the author of Up With the Larks: Starting Again in Cornwall which charts her family’s first year in Cornwall and her first turbulent year with the Royal Mail as ‘Posh Postie’. The sequel, just out, is Seagulls in the Attic: Making a New Life in Cornwall.

Simon Hall ‘Reporting Crime, Writing Crime’ – Come and hear local BBC TV Correspondent Simon Hall talk about his double life, as a writer of crime fiction and a reporter for BBC Spotlight. Simon’s TV Detective books centre on a television reporter who covers crimes and helps the police to solve them. Just how much is based on real life?

Launceston Amateur Dramatic Society (LADS) is the oldest drama group in Cornwall. LADS works with children and adults of all ages and abilities, producing polished performances of plays and musicals every year.

Lesley Howarth is an established children’s writer. Among many awards received she was given the Guardian Children’s Fiction Award in 1995. She writes mainly for young teenagers, using her west country home as inspiration.

Susan Taylor has an MA in Creative Writing from Bath Spa University, where she taught on the undergraduate poetry programme. Her fifth poetry collection is The Suspension of the Moon, published by Oversteps Books. She runs Birdwood Poets, a long-standing weekly poetry workshop in Totnes.

Marcia Willett’s early life was devoted to the ballet, but her dreams of becoming a ballerina ended when she grew out of the classical proportions required. She had always loved books, and a family crisis made her take up a new career as a novelist – a decision she has never regretted. Marcia is the author of many books and her latest, The Prodigal Wife, is out in paperback this May.

Simon Williams began writing poetry at Loughborough University, working with Roger McGough. He moved to Devon with Susan, where they were joint Centre Directors at the Arvon Foundation Writing Centre. His third collection Quirks is from Oversteps Books. W

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1. St Mary Magdalene 2. Eagle House Hotel 3. Liberty Suite 4. The Bookshop 5. Lawrence House Museum 6. Launceston Library 7. Link into Learning 8. No 8 Westgate Street 9. Coronation Park

Charles Causley was born in Launceston in 1917 and is acknowledged as one of the very finest Twentieth Century English poets. He lived in Launceston all his life, apart from six years in the Royal Navy. After World War II Charles Causley worked as a teacher in Launceston. He was a popular and admired

figure and this admiration is evident in the great affection in which his memory is held today. His poetic reputation was worldwide and brought him many awards; among them The Queen’s Gold Medal for Poetry and The Ingersoll/TS Eliot Award. He was made a CBE in 1986 and a Royal Society of Literature ‘Companion of Literature’ in 2000. He received an Hon DLitt from the University of Exeter, where his archive is now held. Charles Causley died in 2003 and is buried next to his mother in St. Thomas Churchyard, barely 100 yards from where he was born. Although he was never as well-known as he should have been, Charles Causley was highly regarded by his fellow poets. Ted Hughes wrote: “Before I was made Poet Laureate, I was asked to name my choice of the best poet for the job. Without hesitation I named Charles Causley ... a poet for whom the title might have been invented afresh.” We hope that the Charles Causley Festival will enhance his reputation and will bring his work to the attention of new readers. But we also want to offer the opportunity to hear and meet contemporary poets, writers and artists in intimate surroundings, and enable people of all ages to enjoy words and music in this historic town, the ancient capital of Cornwall.

Launceston

Launceston’s Charles Causley Festival

Main festival day: Saturday

5 June 2010

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Launceston Town Council

29 March – 29 Oct • 10:30aM - 4:30PM

Charles Causley exhibitionLawrence House Museum ➎ (special opening on 5 June)£ Donations to Lawrence House Museum

27 aPril – 1 June

Creative writing courseLink into Learning Tuesdays 1-3pm. Join at any time! ➐ £ Free

31 May – 7 June • 10aM-4PM

Art exhibition inspired by Charles Causley’s workGwynngala Group of Artists and Makers and LAFFSt Mary’s Church ➊ £ Donations

3 June • 3.30PM

David Bourne Book signing: The Camel of SolomaThe Bookshop ➍ £ Free

4 June • 7PM

Paul BroadhurstThe Secret Land - Talk, questions, signingEagle House Hotel ➋ £3

4 June • 8PM

Wisdom and WordsLiterary quiz with Launceston & District Twinning Association Liberty Suite ➌ £3 per person, tables of up to 4. First glass of wine included. Book by 30 May - 01566 777978

5 June • 9aM-5PM

Doodle DaySuper Duper Doodle CompetitionThe Bookshop ➍ Free activity packs and possible prizes!

5 June • 9aM-nOOn

Secondhand booksaleSt Stephen’s Church Hall £ 50p inc tea/coffee

5 June • 9aM-3PM

ButtermarketTraditional outdoor market Town Square £ Free

5 June • 10:30aM

Meet the Authors (family event) with Jenny Alexander, Lesley Howarth and Helen Greathead Children’s Centre Coronation Park ➒ £1

The Charles Causley Festival - Programme 20105 June • 10:30aM

Tessa HainsworthBook signing - Seagulls in the Attic The Bookshop ➍ £ Free

5 June • 11aM

Causley Poetry Walk with Jane Nancarrow Start at Eagle House ➋ £ Donations

5 June • 12:30PM

Simon Hall Author and reporter with BBC SpotlightReporting Crime, Writing Crime Liberty Suite ➌£10 including lunch

5 June • 2PM

Moor Poets Workshop(Susan Taylor, Graham Burchell, Simon Williams)Link into Learning ➐ £3

5 June • 2.30PM

Launceston Town BandLawrence House Museum garden ➎£ Donations to band. Tea/coffee on sale

5 June • 3PM

Moor Poets Reading(Susan Taylor, Graham Burchell, Simon Williams)St Mary Magdalene ➊ £ Free

5 June • 3.30PM

Cream tea with Marcia WillettEnjoy a Cornish cream tea and chat to Marcia Launceston Library ➏ £5

5 June

Poetry in Action with LADSTown Square and Residential Homes £ Free

5 June • 6.30PM

Roselle Angwin Poetry reading with music by Rob Crocker (guitar). Liberty Suite ➌ £3

5 June • 8PM

Jim CausleyNo 8 Westgate Street ➑£8 Food/drink available

7 June 9.30aM

Bookstart DaySt Stephens Children’s Centre £ Free

Please Pre-Book Tickets - available from Launceston Library or The Bookshop, Church St, Launceston

Jenny Alexander lives near Launceston and teaches creative writing for adults and children. Her numerous fiction and non-fiction books for children include books on bullying, particularly Bullies, Bigmouths and So-called Friends. Jenny’s most recent books are the 7-day self-help series for children age 9+ and Car-mad Jack.

Roselle Angwin is a Cornish poet living in Devon. She runs a creative writing programme, ‘Fire in the Head’, and has a particular interest in the connections between art and the environment. Her poetry focuses on the Western Atlantic seaboard, from St Just to the Hebrides. She also writes fiction and non-fiction, and is a painter.

David Bourne Currently Senior Tutor at Bryanston in Dorset. Author of The Three Camels and The Camel of Soloma. David’s passion for the Cornish landscape and grasp of detail shine through each page of his novels, while the storylines provide compelling drama. The books have appealed to a wide age range. Signings are in aid of The Precious Lives Appeal.

Paul Broadhurst will be talking about his latest book The Secret Land, which was published late in 2009. Other titles include The Dance of the Dragon, The Sun and the Serpent, The Green Man and the Dragon and Secret Shrines. Mythos Press is his own publishing company and like Paul it is based just outside Launceston.

Graham Burchell is currently studying for an M.A. in Creative Writing at Bath Spa University. He has two poetry collections published: Vermeer’s Corner, and The Book of Dawlish; and a pamphlet, Ladies of Divided Twins. He frequently gives readings and runs poetry workshops in the south-west and beyond.

Jim Causley – Devon folk singer Jim Causley has toured and collaborated with many well known musicians, most recently with the instrumental quartet Mawkin. Renowned for his warm, rich and mature singing voice and his natural gift for interpreting song, his ongoing project is to put some of Charles Causley’s poems to music.

Helen Greathead has been working in children’s books for over 20 years. Among other works Helen has written the Do You Know Dinos series and the Tough Jobs books; her particular interest is encouraging reluctant readers to enjoy books. Helen is based in Plymouth.

Launceston Town Band was formed in 1919 as a wind band and became a brass band in 1927. The band has a strong junior section and has entered (and won) a number of competitions in recent years. The band supports many Launceston organisations, including the Town Council, through its lively performances throughout the year.

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The Charles Causley Festival is run by a group of enthusiastic volunteers. The organising committee would like to thank the following for their help and support: Launceston Town Council, Cornwall Council, Peters Langsford Davies, Duchy Originals, Kensey Foods, The Orchard, Launceston Integrated Children’s Centre, Hockridge & Stacey, Launceston Library and Link into Learning.