Hay Festival at Hay-on-Wye

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Hay Festival, a gathering in the staggering beauty of the Brecon Beacons National Park with writers, comedians and musicians that have the capacity to change our lives, to share new visions of the world, and to do that incredible thing – to renew our sense of wonder.

An unique blend of intellectual discussions, inspiring talks, lively debates, and captivating performances. The Festival creates a vibrant and inclusive space where individuals can gather to explore diverse topics, delve into thought-provoking conversations, and engage in the joy of literature and arts.

The free-to-enter Festival site has something for everyone. There's a host of free pop-up events, great food and drink, a farmers' market, wonderful bookshop and gift shop, plus the family garden and performance space.

Join us and join the thing that makes this Festival so special from 22nd May - 1st June 2025.

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Hay Festival

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Hay-on-Wye, Powys, HR3 5AD

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Festival (22 May 2025 - 1 June 2025)

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Hay-on-WyeY Gelli Gandryll | Hay-on-Wye, Hay-on-WyeHay-on-Wye - in Welsh 'Y Gelli Gandryll' or just 'Y Gelli' is well known as 'the town of books' and is home to the Hay Literature Festival.

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