Line-up revealed for town's literary festival

The event offers people of all ages "an opportunity to spark your inner creative", according to organisers

Million-selling author Nick Louth and award-winning short story writer Gill Blow will be among the attractions at this year's WordFest festival in Market Rasen.

The festival takes place later in and around the Lincolnshire market town, known for its racecourse and beautiful countryside.

As well as talks, the festival features workshops, vintage bus rides, history walks and tales of Lincolnshire folklore for children.

According to organisers, the event offers people of all ages "an opportunity to spark your inner creative".

'Linkisheere chitter n’ jabber'

One of the 20 events taking place across eight venues features Mr Louth, author of the best-selling DCI Craig Gillard crime series.

He will be sharing his knowledge about how to write a crime thriller.

Other events include Ian Gouge reading a selection of short prose and poetry, while Ms Blow will read from her recently published collection, which was broadcast on BBC Radio 4.

Visitors will also be able to learn more about influential women from the area, including the Boucherett sisters, who used their wealth and status to help others.

There will be readings in a Lincolnshire dialect where visitors can enjoy a bit of "Linkisheere chitter n’ jabber", as well as author Keith Rylands-Bolton hosting a children's storytelling session in an ice cream parlour.

Local historian Caroline Foster will also read from a collection of written work by library users who were invited to record significant events and memories about life in the small town.

Other readings include Paul Sutherland - a British-Canadian poet and writer.

Market Rasen WordFest takes place in and around the town on Saturday

Almost all of the events are free. However, some require people to book in advance, organisers said.

A ticketed outdoor performance of Peter Pan the Musical is also taking place at the town's leisure centre.

Market Rasen WordFest has been organised by West Lindsey District Council in partnership with the town council, with funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

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