Morpeth Methodist Church, Morpeth Library, Morpeth Rugby Club and Morpeth Golf Club
WE'RE BACK
10-11 April 2027
Join us for a weekend of words and more
Prestige Award
The Morpeth Book Festival Literary Prize
Statement from the committee
Visit the Prize Website
For All Ages
Morpeth Book Festival - Kids' Festival Fun Day
Saturday 3rd April 2027
Come along for a fun children's day. Join us for crafting, singing, dance school performances, storytelling sessions, book/panto character dress-up, book swap, poetry competition prize-giving, choir. Just book a free entry ticket and turn up and join in the fun!
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Discover the market town of Morpeth and the wider Northumberland countryside.
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Previous Festivals
2026 Book Festival
Highlights from the 2026 Morpeth Book Festival.
2025 Book Festival
Highlights from 2025 Morpeth Book Festival
2024 Book Festival
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2022 Book Festival
Highlights from 2022 Morpeth Book Festival.
The People Behind It
Meet the Team
Frank Rescigno
Morpeth Book Festival Director
Shirley Richards
Committee Member
Fid Bleasdale
Committee Member
Our 2027 programme is HERE! Over 60 events across three incredible days 📚✨
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Meet our shortlisted authors for the Morpeth Literary Prize 🏆
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Family events announced! Storytelling, workshops & more for young readers 🎨
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Explore Morpeth: your guide to the best pubs, cafés & walks near the festival 🌿
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Volunteer applications now open! Be part of something special 💛
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Only 100 days to go! Who's excited? Drop a 📖 in the comments!
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