Article: Walks and talks aim to amuse and amaze ; Star names, concerts, talks, walks, plays, boat trips and exhibitions all feature in this year's Daphne du Maurier Festival, which runs from Thursday, May 8 until Saturday, May 17, in and around the Cornish port of Fowey.

Star names, concerts, talks, walks, plays, boat trips and exhibitions all feature in this year's Daphne du Maurier Festival, which runs from Thursday, May 8 until Saturday, May 17, in and around the Cornish port of Fowey.

Held as a celebration of the life and work of the celebrated writer who made the town her home, the festival, managed by Restormel Borough Council, aims to entertain across the board.

This year, Lady Tessa Montgomery, Daphne's elder daughter, will be recalling her childhood at Menabilly and her travels with her mother.

The opening day sees appearances by Tim Smit, Rory McGrath, Dave Gorman, Tim Heald and Rick Wakeman. Other highlights include a one- off appearance by West ...

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