The Isle of Wight is renowned for holding some of the best festivals in the world, and this will be no exception!

The Island’s first Literary Festival is taking place in Cowes this October, and the programme is already bursting with writers and speakers who are sure to make it an unforgettable weekend.

In a showcase of literary talents from all over the country, including some from our own fair Island, there is bound to be something for everyone, no matter what your literary taste.

Story walks, debates, talks, workshops, music, children's story telling, pub quiz...there are events taking place this weekend to delight festival-goers of all ages... there is even a guided bus tour around the island, hosted by one of our celebrity speakers.

The hub of this fantastic weekend’s activities will be Northwood House, a Grade II* listed building in a stunning nine hectare park; the building is in need of a little TLC, and the IWLF is proud to be donating its profits to such a worthy Island cause.