Kingston's excellent month-long book festival is largely dedicated to non-fiction. With only one or two events a day, this lacks the buzz that surrounds the more celebrated literary occasions, but it is a well-programmed event, full of worthwhile authors. This year, the recently opened Rose Theatre has been added to the venues across Kingston and it's where you'll find Christopher Rush talking about his novel 'Will' based on Shakespeare's life (Wednesday 23rd April, 1pm). Other highlights include Michael Billington, drama critic of 'The Guardian' newspaper, discussing theatre and society (Friday 2nd May, 1pm, Rose Theatre), Alison Weir on her latest book about John of Gaunt (Wednesday 7th May, 7.30pm, John Lewis) and Andrew Lycett on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (Tuesday 6th May, 7.30pm, Kingston Museum). There's also a good showing from children's authors including an afternoon with Dame Jacqueline Wilson on Sunday 4th May, 2.30pm at the Rose Theatre - suitable for ages eight and above.
Kingston Town Centre Christmas Lights
Kingston upon Thames, KT1 1EU
19th November 2009 - 2nd January 2010
Taking time out from his Christmas preparations, Santa himself will be... More
Taking time out from his Christmas preparations, Santa himself will be turning on the Christmas Lights over Kingston town centre on Thursday 19th November. Kingston ...More
Kingston upon Thames is located in south west London and is a commuter heartland. Once an historic market town it now boasts attractions old and ... More
Daily market in Kingston's historic market square. Fresh fruit and veg, fish and deli quality produce sold in a pleasant setting surrounded by shops and ...More
23 Eden Walk Shopping Centre,Kingston-upon-Thames,
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4 minutes walk from Kingston Readers' Festival
Massive chain selling cheap female fashion accessories aimed squarely at the younger market. Just the place to go when looking for the perfect finishing touches ...More
Jamie Oliver's 'bish, bash, bosh', 'easy peasy', 'lovely jubbly' style of cooking lends itself well to the simplicity of Italian cuisine as Jamie's Italian in ...More
Carluccio's are springing up all over the place, from Bluewater to Brent Cross, spreading the gospel of good fresh superior Italian food. Each restaurant is ... More
Situated in the grounds of Henry VIII’s former residence, Hampton Court Palace, with deer roaming about the fairway, this golf course is an agreeable choice ... More
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Kingston's excellent month-long book festival is largely dedicated to non-fiction. With only one or two events a day, this lacks the buzz that surrounds the more celebrated literary occasions, but it is a well-programmed event, full of worthwhile authors. This year, the recently opened Rose Theatre has been added to the venues across Kingston and it's where you'll find Christopher Rush talking about his novel 'Will' based on Shakespeare's life (Wednesday 23rd April, 1pm). Other highlights include Michael Billington, drama critic of 'The Guardian' newspaper, discussing theatre and society (Friday 2nd May, 1pm, Rose Theatre), Alison Weir on her latest book about John of Gaunt (Wednesday 7th May, 7.30pm, John Lewis) and Andrew Lycett on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (Tuesday 6th May, 7.30pm, Kingston Museum). There's also a good showing from children's authors including an afternoon with Dame Jacqueline Wilson on Sunday 4th May, 2.30pm at the Rose Theatre - suitable for ages eight and above.
