Shakespeare and his Contemporaries

Exeter Cathedral Library & Archives, Palace Gate, Exeter, EX1 1HY

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Step into the world of Shakespeare at the Cathedral Library and Archives! Come and celebrate the South West Shakespeare Festival 2026 at our special pop-up display of Shakespeare and the brilliant writers and thinkers who shaped his age. Discover our magnificent Shakespeare Folio (1632) alongside the works of other early 17th century writers, from Milton, Donne and Spenser to Devon-born explorer and royal favourite, Sir Walter Raleigh.

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Shakespeare and his Contemporaries (24 Apr 2026)
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