Join us at the Museum where we will be hosting the children's event of the 6th annual Author In Me Literary Festival
With appearances from beloved children’s authors and illustrators such as Sarah Mussi and Alan Durant, this event aims to ignite the imagination and nurture a love for reading and writing in children of all ages. Bring your little ones for a day of joy, creativity, and literary adventure.
Specials:
Live entertainment - Enjoy live music in the Museum courtyard and a captivating magic show by award-winning magician Angus Baskerville.
Inspirational talks & panels - Short TEDx-style talks and Q&A sessions with authors, illustrators, and publishing experts, covering topics from encouraging children to read to the empathy-building power of stories.
Knowledge Exchange - Discussions with young and adult authors sharing perspectives on creativity, imagination, and writing.
Author readings - Story sessions by both debut and established authors, including David Gilbert, Monica Sood, Nicola Garrard, Manisha Taillor, and more.
Festival bookshop & signings - Purchase featured books and meet authors for signings throughout the day.
Interactive workshops - Free bookable sessions for children aged 7–14, including:
Poems & Tiny Tales with Alan Durant Write a Short Novella with Sarah Mussi Stories, Sports & Friendship with Dr Cheryl Diane Parkinson Create Your Own Comic Book Page with Phil Littler Tell Your Story with Nicola Garrard
Hotels near The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre
Staying overnight in Great Missenden?
Wondering where to stay that's close to The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre? We've teamed up with Booking.com to provide the best room rates for hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs near the Young Voices Aim Literary Festival event in Great Missenden.
Missenden Abbey
Dating back to 1133, the 12th century unique Missenden Abbey is beautiful and historic. Surrounded by 10 acres of Chiltern countryside, it is located in the picturesque village of Great Missenden..
The Nags Head Hotel
A 10-minute walk from the centre of Great Missenden is the Nags Head Hotel, a 4-star 15th century inn. Guests can enjoy contemporary styled interiors, Anglo-French fusion cuisine and free Wi-Fi..
The Stables
The Stables offers pet-friendly accommodation in Great Missenden. The property is 45 km from London and free private parking is featured. The kitchen comes with an oven, a toaster and a fridge and there is a private bathroom.
Little Willows
Situated in Bradenham in the Buckinghamshire Region, this holiday home is 49 km from London. The property is 34 km from Oxford and boasts views of the city. There is a dining area and a kitchen complete with an oven and a toaster.
Red Lion Wendover
Formerly a 16th-century coaching inn, Red Lion Wendover is situated on the High Street and 5 minutes walk from Wendover Rail Station..
Casa Apartments
Casa Apartments offers accommodation in High Wycombe, 1.7 km from High Wycombe Magistrates Court. The unit is 1.
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