Thousands flock to Deventer to pay tribute to Charles Dickens

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Dickensian Festival in Deventer offers a unique opportunity to step back in time to 19th-century England, featuring stunning costumes, historical reenactments and a festive atmosphere.

The annual event features stunning costumes, historical reenactments, and festive atmosphere, creating a truly unforgettable experience. / Photo: AP

Oliver Twist, Ebeneezer Scrooge and Miss Havisham were among the characters at hand, mingling with chimney sweepers, livestock and Christmas carol singers in Deventer’s historic centre. The town's link to Dickens is Emmy Strik, who started the weekend-long festival to protest rules against keeping her antique shop open on Sunday.

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