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Dive into the Essex Book Festival 2025 and discover exciting new ways to connect with Essex! This festival is packed with an incredible mix of free and paid events that welcome everyone.
This year, we are hosting a diverse range of author events, including creative writing workshops, culinary and cultural experiences, guided walks, engaging talks, and exhibitions. There will also be many vibrant performances, engaging Q&A sessions, and tons of fun family activities..plus more!
Check out the Essex Book Festival website for the full line up and pick the events that spark your curiosity. Come join the fun!

Book Tickets

Guide Prices

Ticket Type	/Ticket Tariff
Free	Free
Ticket	£15.00 per ticket

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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Map & Directions

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Road Directions

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Essex Book Festival 2025

Type:Literary Event

Essex Book Festival Office, LIFTS Department, University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQ

Website

Call direct on:

Tel01206 573948.

Opening Times

Season (28 May 2025 - 1 July 2025)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	09:00	- 08:00

What's Nearby

St Botolphs Priory

12th Century Augustinian priory ruins.

1.95 miles away
Firstsite

Firstsite is an international gallery and creative community space. See the world…

1.95 miles away
The Minories

The Minories is Colchester's Oldest Art Gallery. Entry is free and there is a range of…

2.01 miles away
Hollytrees Museum

Three centuries of fascinating toys, costume, clocks and decorative arts displayed in an…

2.01 miles away

Natural History Museum

Get up close to nature as you discover an interesting perspective on the local natural…

2.02 miles away
St John's Abbey Gate

15th Century flint flushwork gatehouse to St John's Abbey (demolished)

2.05 miles away
Colchester Castle Museum

Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe. Constructed on the foundations of…

2.08 miles away
Colchester Castle Park

The jewel in Colchester’s crown - an award-winning oasis of horticultural splendour…

2.14 miles away
Roman Theatre

Discover the foundations of the Roman Theatre, located in Colchester town centre.

2.14 miles away
Roman Wall/Guard Room/Triumphal Arch

Colchester's Roman Wall is the oldest and longest surviving town wall in Britain.

2.19 miles away
Dutch Quarter

This attractive area was home to Flemish Protestant refugees in the 16th Century.

2.26 miles away
Roman Church

Dating from the 4th century AD the foundations of this church near the Police Station…

2.32 miles away
Highwoods Country Park

High Woods Country Park is one of Colchester's beauty spots, ideal for walking, cycling,…

2.69 miles away
Gosbecks Archaeological Park

Gosbecks Archaeological Park is one of the most significant Iron Age and Roman sites in…

3.59 miles away
Colchester Zoological Society

Home to around 180 species and set in 60 acres of parkland and lakes, Colchester…

4.92 miles away
Brightlingsea Museum

Brightlingsea Museum has something for visitors of all ages and interests. The displays…

5.68 miles away
Brightlingsea Beach

Brightlingsea on the River Colne is rich in seafaring history and has the distinction of…

5.69 miles away
Dedham Art and Craft Centre

Dedham Art & Craft Centre is housed in a converted church in this popular village. The…

5.96 miles away
Cudmore Grove Country Park

Cudmore Grove offers visitors a trip to the seaside with a difference at the eastern tip…

6.19 miles away
Mistley Kitchen School

The Mistley Kitchen Culinary Workshops have developed into a destination for keen cooks…

7.28 miles away