Connecting Communities with Stories
Wimbledon BookFest is forging unique global partnerships to connect across borders.
Theresa May, Rev. Richard Coles and Venki Ramakrishnan at King’s Arts
Wimbledon BookFest welcomed former Prime Minister Rt Hon. Theresa May MP, Nobel prizewinner Venki Ramakrishnan and all-round national treasure Rev. Richard Coles at King’s Arts festival.
Book festivals improve our world
And we need your support to flourish
BookFest on Riverside Radio
Listen to Festival Director, Fiona Razvi talking about our Merton Big Read and the Autumn Festival on Riverside Radio with Jason Rosam and Ali Palmer.
Once we’re gone, we’re gone
Writing for the Bookseller, Festival Director Fiona Razvi reflects on the importance of literary festivals in our cultural life and in the community, calling for support as this sector faces increasing pressure.
Celebrating Merton’s New Writers at Southside House
On Sunday, BookFest celebrated Merton’s New Writers at the historic Southside House.
Merton Big Read: Brooklyn by Colm Tóibín
We’re delighted to announce that this year’s Merton Big Read is Brooklyn by Colm Tóibín.
Sue Barker launches new book at BookFest
BookFest were thrilled to host Sue Barker as she launched her newest book, Wimbledon: A Very Personal History at the New Wimbledon Theatre.
BookFest announces end of partnership with Baillie Gifford
The Board of Wimbledon BookFest has today announced that Baillie Gifford have ended their partnership with them.