Rory Cellan-Jones: Dogs Can Change Your Life

An afternoon of paws and positivity with Rory Cellan-Jones and Sophie from Romania!

Calling all dog lovers! Join Rory Cellan-Jones, former BBC News technology correspondent and proud owner of the beloved Twitter-famous rescue dog Sophie from Romania, for a heartwarming and uplifting event celebrating the incredible bond between humans and their canine companions.

In this joyful and inspiring discussion, Rory will share the life-changing challenges and endless joy Sophie has brought into his life, as well as touching stories from his new book. Expect moving tales of companionship, loyalty and the unique ways dogs can transform our lives, boost our mental health, and bring us unparalleled happiness.

This event will leave you with a deeper appreciation of the profound impact dogs have on our well-being.

Chaired by local vet and author Dr Christopher Little, whose guide, The Dog Care Handbook, has helped countless dog owners understand how to best care for their loyal companions. With over 40 years of experience, Dr. Little will join Rory for a lively conversation on the joys and responsibilities of being a dog owner.

Whether you're curious about rescue dogs, interested in how pets can improve mental health, or simply want to hear inspiring stories from a true dog lover, this event promises to be insightful, heartwarming, and full of joy. Don’t miss out on an afternoon celebrating the furry friends that make our lives brighter!

Follow Rory Cellan-Jones on Instagram: @rorycellan
or Twitter/X: @ruskin147

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Folkestone Book Festival is our annual celebration of books, ideas, reading and writing in many magical forms. This year's festival has been curated by award-winning author and journalist Sophie Haydock. Sophie is our new Curator: Books, Ideas and Community.

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This year's festival is for everyone and we want to make it possible for more people than ever before to be able to come together and enjoy a packed festival. To make this possible we have introduced a £5 ticket. This is a no questions asked ticket for those that may be struggling to afford events and performances.

Or grab a festival pass and enjoy the whole festival for just £140. Click here to book your festival pass

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We thank our sponsors Eurotunnel, Friends of the Folkestone Book Festival and our Education Partner Canterbury Christ Church University for making this year's festival possible.

Creative Folkestone is also supported by Arts Council England, Folkestone and Hythe District Council, Kent County Council and The Roger De Haan Charitable Trust.