Folkestone Book Festival 2026: Programme Launch
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Folkestone Book Festival 2026: Programme Launch

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When

Wednesday, 8 July 2026 at 19:00

Tontine Street Studios

19 Tontine Street, Folkestone, CT20 1JT

Time

19:00

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We are delighted to invite you to the first official announcement of the programme for Folkestone Book Festival 2026. Hosted by Sophie Haydock, Curator: Books, Ideas & Community, alongside special guests, this is your chance to hear first-hand, who will be speaking at this year’s festival, the themes to be explored and what to expect from another sensational book festival. Folkestone Book Festival is one of the UK's longest running literary events and continues to bring big ideas to Folkestone. Save the date: Folkestone Book Festival returns from Thursday 12 until Sunday 22 November 2026. More info to follow.

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