12 May - 14 Jun
Storyhouse

Chester Literature Festival

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Older man in a jacket reading a large book on a teal sofa in a library with tall bookshelves behind.

Chester’s annual celebration of literature, poetry and more returns this Spring!

Get ready to celebrate books, poetry and storytelling with talks, performances, workshops and more.

Headline appearances include much-loved voices such as Maggie O’Farrell, Lenny Henry, and Hamza Yassin, inviting audiences to explore the power and joy of reading and libraries.

Full line-up announced soon

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