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Shropshire building company to sponsor Shrewsbury Bookfest's children's literary festival

A leading Shropshire building company has again stepped forward to become headline sponsor of Shrewsbury Bookfest's annual children's literary festival this year.

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Galliers Homes has renewed its position as main backer of Shrewsbury Bookfest's May festival, the town's annual children's literary event.

Danielle Goffe-Wood, marketing manager at the Shrewsbury-based construction business, said:

"As a company Galliers is very proud of its links to Shrewsbury and is keen to get involved in community events, charities and activities – our sponsorship of Shrewsbury Bookfest is an ideal opportunity for us to support one of the town's great festivals."

Some of the biggest names in the world of children's books, including award-winning broadcaster, journalist and author, Clare Balding, will take part in the festival, taking place in venues across town from April 28 to May 1.

Tickets will be on sale to the public from next month via the website www.shrewsburybookfest.co.uk

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