Literary Ghosts in the Gallery | Shipping Brow Gallery
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Celebrate the iconic Victorian literary figures who once graced the charming town of Maryport in an extraordinary event titled "Literary Ghosts in the Gallery". This captivating gathering pays homage to the literary giants who once walked Maryport's streets, including prominent names like William Wordsworth, Charles Dickens, Wilkie Collins, Gerard Manley Hopkins, Robert Southey, and Oscar Wilde. Immerse yourself in an evening of wine and poetry as esteemed local writers and poets such as Kelly Davis, Grevel Lindop, Kathleen Jones, Ilse Pedler, Kerry Darbishire, Elizabeth Stott, Susan Cartwright-Smith, Luke Bateman, Jane Moss-Luffrum, Craig Davidson, Val Moody, and Ros Edwards take you on a journey through Maryport's literary past. Be transported to a time when these literary icons roamed the town and allow your imagination to ponder what they would discover if they were to visit Maryport today. Join us at the exquisite Shipping Brow Gallery, located at 1 Senhouse Street, Maryport, CA15 6AB, on February 29, 2024, for an evening filled with enchantment and inspiration. Don't miss this unique opportunity to honor the literary heritage of Maryport. Secure your tickets now for just £5 and prepare to be captivated by the spirits of literature.