Whitby Lit Fest
6th – 9th November 2025. In its inaugural year, Whitby’s Literature Festival is a celebration of writing and authors, past and present, in many genres, including novels, short stories, plays and poetry, some of which have been inspired by Whitby along the way.
Whitby Lit Fest exists to celebrate Whitby’s literary heritage; to connect readers with contemporary authors and poets; and to inspire residents and visitors alike.
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Tickets Now on Sale!
A celebrated playwright, a national treasure, and a host of bestselling authors and household names take part in the first ever Whitby Lit Fest.
Programme Launch – 5th August
We’ve been hard at work behind the scenes, connecting with authors, arranging venues and putting together the programme for the Festival.
Everything’s coming together nicely and we’ll be announcing details of the programme and making tickets available from 5th August.
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Sir Alan Ayckbourn
Sir Alan Ayckbourn, one of Britain’s most celebrated playwrights, will feature at the inaugural Whitby Lit Fest.
Lee Child to Headline Inaugural Whitby Literature Festival
Child’s books have been translated in multiple languages, had two Hollywood adaptations starring Tom Cruise, and a hit Amazon Prime series featuring Alan Ritchson, with millions of copies sold worldwide.
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