Advice on Allergies
Hayfever may be on the wane with the end of summer, but allergies are on the rise worldwide, and one…
A Golden Success
Best-selling author Louisa Young continues her aunt Elizabeth Jane Howard’s much-loved Cazalet Chronicles in her new novel published this month…
A new Normal
Comedian and poet Henry Normal is appearing at the Festival ahead of recording a new series for BBC Radio 4…
Longlisted for a prize
Andrea Wulf is on the longlist for The Baillie Gifford Prize 2026 announced on 3 September for her book The…
Bowie By A Superfan
Before David Bowie fans rush to see the tribute concert Bowie By Candlelight at Wells Cathedral in November, here’s a…
Playing With Numbers
Two authors who are interested in numbers – one in googology, one in global economics – both are appearing at…
Voice From The Grave
Former war correspondent and best-selling author Damien Lewis brings to life WWII Special Forces hero Archie Gibson in his new…
Climate Upheaval
After a summer of wildfires, drought and natural disasters across the world – and the first hosepipe ban in Somerset…
Destiny In The Stars
Budding astronomers inspired by the recent solar eclipse can reach for the skies once more duringthe Festival. Dame Maggie Aderin,…
Young Poets’ Record High
A record number of 170 entries has been received in the Young Poets’ category of this year’s Festival competitions, beating…