' The event aimed to highlight the importance of books and reading in the lives of children and young people.
Her Majesty joined Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho and local primary school children to emphasize the enchanting world of children's literature.
Onstage, The Queen engaged in a delightful conversation with Joseph Coelho about their favorite childhood books, followed by a reading from one of those beloved children's books.
Following the session, Her Majesty mingled with schoolchildren, authors, festival speakers, Charleston staff, and supporters during a reception in the walled garden.
The Church of Saint Mary welcomed The Queen with ringing bells, where she met representatives from local organizations that have contributed to their community, including the Royal Voluntary Service, Mothers’ Union, Royal National Lifeboat Institution, and Royal British Legion.
In another part of the festival, Lamb House, once the residence of renowned novelists such as Henry James, Rumer Godden, and E.
F.
Benson, hosted a Garden Party celebrating Rye's literary legacy.
As one of Rye's prominent residences, Lamb House, built in 1723 by James Lamb and now under the ownership of the National Trust, has a rich history with notable former residents like Henry James, Rumer Godden, and E.
F.
Benson.
E.
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Benson, known for his diverse literary works, including the 'Mapp and Lucia' novels set in the fictional town of Tilling, which was inspired by Rye.
The Queen was given a brief tour of the historic house and its literary collection before joining guests in the garden to commemorate Rye's literary heritage.
Leaving Lamb House, The Queen strolled down Rye's Mermaid Street, where she admired the houses that had inspired E.
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Benson's writings, further immersing herself in the literary charm of the town.