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Marlborough Book Festival 2025 Programme Announced - Tickets on Sale Now!
- 9 June 2025
The eagerly awaited full programme for the Marlborough Book Festival 2025 has been announced and tickets are on sale now.
Two more authors revealed...
- 2 June 2025
Publishing sensations Nalini Singh (romance and thrillers) and multi-award-winning children’s author Stacy Gregg are joining the Marlborough Book Festival lineup! They’ll appear alongside previously announced guests, Ockham Award-winning novelist Damien Wilkins and renowned historian Dr Monty Soutar — all heading to Blenheim this July.
Marlborough Book Festival 2024: A Decade Celebrated with Heartfelt Stories
- 18 December 2024
The Marlborough Book Festival marked its 10th anniversary this year with a vibrant four-day event in late July.
New Podcast Episode: Robbie Burton on Bushline – A Life in the Outdoors and Publishing
- 26 August 2024
We're excited to announce the release of a new podcast episode featuring Robbie Burton, where he delves into his memoir, Bushline. In this episode, Robbie shares the remarkable journey of his life, highlighting his deep connection with the natural world and his enduring love for outdoor adventures.
Marlborough Book Festival Announces Dates for 2025 and 2026
- 12 August 2024
The Marlborough Book Festival is excited to announce the dates for its upcoming events in 2025 and 2026, continuing its tradition of bringing authors and book lovers together in the picturesque setting of Marlborough. Mark your calendars for Friday, 18 July to Sunday, 20 July 2025, and Friday, 24 July to Sunday, 26 July 2026.
New Podcast Episode: Joanne Drayton Discusses The Queen’s Wife at the Marlborough Book Festival
- 20 July 2024
We are thrilled to announce the release of a new podcast episode featuring acclaimed author Joanne Drayton, recorded live at the 2023 Marlborough Book Festival. In this episode, Joanne sits down with Jane Forrest Waghorn to discuss her deeply personal and compelling memoir, The Queen’s Wife.