Isle Of Wight Story Festival Work Recognised By BBC Award

Friday, 20 October 2023 12:47

By Dominic Kureen @WriteOnDom

The work of the IW Story Festival has been recognised in the prestigious BBC Make a Difference Awards 2023.

The volunteer-run organisation, which hosts an annual festival for children and families each February half term, as well as a programme of authors and storytellers in schools – won BBC Radio Solent’s ‘Together’ category.

The award recognises those who create real change by breaking down barriers and bringing together people from different walks of life for a common cause.

One of the core aims of the IW Story Festival is to increase opportunities and aspiration for local children by bringing together as diverse a group of authors, performers and organisers as possible.

The award was collected at a lavish red-carpet event by two of the Festival’s organisers, Elspeth Giddens and Jules Marriner.

Jules commented:

“We are thrilled to receive this significant award for the IW Story Festival.

"The judges saw how important our work is, encouraging children and families with reading, writing and making stories in all their forms... Plus, the tea and cakes were delicious!”

(c) Jules Marriner

“The award recognises the dedication and hard work of the IW Story Festival team,” added Elspeth Giddens.

“We received a great welcome from BBC South and it was great to celebrate so many wonderful projects happening in the region. They all make a big difference to so many.”

The next IW Story Festival will take place in February Half term (Thursday 15 to Saturday 17 February 2024) at Quay Arts and will offer its usual mix of authors, performers, music and hand-on activities for children, young people and families.

Next year’s line-up will be announced soon.

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