Agatha Christie’s former holiday home backs plans to inspire more to read in Devon
The now National Trust property has teamed up with Exeter UNESCO City of Literature
Agatha Christie’s former holiday home in Devon is now working with Exeter UNESCO City of Literature.
The Greenway site, near Brixham, is now run by the National Trust which has joined the Devon-wide Partnership that also includes Exeter's RAMM, Libraries Unlimited and the Northcott Theatre.
Greenway’s General Manager Gary Calland said, “This partnership aligns with the National Trust's belief that people thrive in places rich in heritage and nature, providing access and offering connection to Greenway's unique history and Christie's legacy.
"By sharing her story and Greenway’s history, and working alongside other cultural groups, we can celebrate the wealth of literary heritage Devon has to offer and continue to inspire future generations.”
Exeter is the only city in the south of the UK to hold the UNESCO City of Literature designation and is part of a global network of 53 Cities of Literature. Over 300 cities across 6 continents currently make up the wider UNESCO Creative Cities Network, a network that fosters international cooperation among member cities.
Anna Cohn Orchard, Executive Director of Exeter UNESCO City of Literature, shares “Devon has long been a place of inspiration for writers - from Agatha Christie to some of the most exciting contemporary voices working today.
"We’re proud to welcome Greenway into our Partnership Network, not only as a historic site with global literary significance but as a living space for imagination, reflection, and community. Its addition strengthens our shared ambition to celebrate Devon’s cultural richness and foster deeper collaboration across the region’s creative sector.”
September marks 135 years since Agatha Christie, the Queen of Crime was born and the National Trust property is this weekend hosting its Literacy Weekend. A spokesperson said: "From exploring first editions of her novels to taking part in literary themed activities, visitors can follow in the famous author’s footsteps this autumn."