Become A Friend

Join the Festival as a Friend and enjoy the benefits of early booking, discounted ticket prices and an invitation to a special pre-Festival event.

Never miss out again on seeing a favourite author – several speakers sold out fast in 2025 – as advance booking for Friends opens a week ahead of general booking.

Membership also helps the Festival continue its educational work in schools to encourage a love of reading and learning in local youngsters. New registrations for the year ahead begin on 5 November 2025. Single membership costs just £30, joint membership £50 for the year.