Get involved in Arts Richmond's Young Writers' Festival

Come along to this special celebration at The Exchange in Twickenham this Sunday 23 March, where local actors will bring to life the work of young writers in our community.

The Arts Richmond Young Writers' Festival was open to all young people living or attending school or clubs in Richmond upon Thames. This was a chance to demonstrate their writing skills of any form: stories, descriptive writing, poems, playlets, or lyrics for songs - whatever their imagination could devise!

Over 700 entries were received, and the festival celebrates the finalists’ pieces by presenting their work in front of the Mayor and other special guests.

• Date: Sunday 23 March 2025
• Time: 2:30 to 4pm (Doors open at 2pm)
• Location: The Exchange, 75 London Road, TW1 1BE

Book your tickets today. Children can attend free, but please still book their seats.

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This year, the Festival was again supported by well-known author Anthony Horowitz, famous for the ‘Alex Rider' book and film series.

You can download the names and titles of all the finalists whose work will be presented. 

The winners for each category will be announced at the event.

A published book of all the children’s work will also be available for sale. You can pre-order copies when booking your tickets.