Join us for a historic moment in the heart of Dorchester!
Visible Women UK proudly invites you to the unveiling of the new statue of Sylvia Townsend Warner on Sunday, 14th December at 1 pm sharp.
The ceremony will take place outside Goulds Fashion Store at DT1 1BS
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We are honoured that the statue will be unveiled by our patron, internationally best-selling author Tracy Chevalier
Expect a warm and spirited celebration featuring speeches and poetry readings from Dorset’s finest writers, dignitaries, and long-standing admirers of Sylvia Townsend Warner, a vibrant gathering of those inspired by her remarkable life, work, and legacy
Please arrive in good time.
It’s Dorchester’s Christmas Cracker Day, so the town will be lively, allow extra time for parking and crowds.
This event is free and open to all. If you’d like to join us, please click the link below to reserve your complimentary ticket, this helps us keep track of numbers and ensure everyone’s safety.
Come share the moment, raise a cheer, and help us honour one of Dorset’s most extraordinary literary voices.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-sylvia-townsend-warner-statue-unveiling-tickets-1976337166667?sg=3aaf9a6ee55827285fbfdd342aa8bdc9fa673d3ccac49b4541dd1bed88fb4ca8c6db67106cacbaf2103ebd57c9b18e790cf63eb6dbf2aef994d1fa06260862b1ea8fd5b334376a5e3d9cd32890&aff=ebdsshios
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