The Festival of Brilliant - Schools/Community Groups

A celebration of children's books in Biddulph!

Friday 12th July 2024, 10am-12pm & 12-.45-3pm - for schools and community groups (FREE)

We believe that books and stories have the power to change the world. We’re inviting families from across the Moorlands to join us and a raft of world class authors, illustrators and artists for an incredible festival that will feed their imaginations.

The Festival of Brilliant has been established by a group of children and young people, teachers, librarians, artists and authors from the Moorlands who share a love of reading.

Who’s it for?

Everyone, but particularly children in the Staffordshire Moorlands. We’ll be working with a range of brilliant local groups including the women’s refuge, housing association, community zone and SEND parent’s group to make our festival as inclusive and accessible as possible.

At OUTSIDE we have a flexible approach to access – if you would like a further conversation or if you have any queries, please get in touch.

What is it?

It’s a celebration of how brilliant children’s books are. Inspired by the podcast, The Island of Brilliant, the festival will feature readings, talks, workshops, performances, installations and activities to feed the imagination. 

A full programme of authors and activities can be viewed HERE.

Please follow the link for updates: The Festival of Brilliant - 12-13 Jul 2024 - OUTSIDE (outsidearts.org)

Where is it?

Biddulph Old Hall is our really brilliant venue. It has a magical, exploratory, fairy tale feel, offering the perfect backdrop for children to feed their imagination.

When is it?

Friday 12^th July 2024 – just for schools and community groups

Arrival for the morning session from 9.30am

Arrival for the afternoon session from 12.15pm

FAQs

For further info please follow this link: The Festival of Brilliant FAQs

The Festival of Brilliant is supported by OUTSIDE, Staffordshire County Council, Staffordshire Libraries, Staffordshire Moorlands Family Hub, The Island of Brilliant, Wild Rumpus, PiCL, The Reading Agency, How Brave is the Wren, Film Hub Midlands, Biddulph Town Council, Staffordshire Moorlands District Council, Support Staffordshire and Arts Council England.