WE’RE BACK

12-15 June 2025

HARMONY GARDEN • MELROSE
SCOTTISH BORDERS

Join us for four amazing days of talks, comedy, live music, food & drink, and much more.

You can buy tickets direct from the box office by clicking the BUY TICKETS button below or phone 0131 290 2112.

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The Walter Scott Prize
for Historical Fiction

Honouring the achievements of the founding father of the historical novel, the Walter Scott Prize for Historical Fiction is one of the most prestigious literary prizes in the world. This year’s winner will be announced live on stage at the festival on Thursday 12th June.

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Sat 14 & Sun 15 June

Join us for a fun-filled weekend for all ages at The Family Book Festival sponsored by Blackport Investments!
For details on all events, download the 2025 programme.

Thank you to Quarto Publishing and illustrator Daniel Gray-Barnett for the use of their images.

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