West Cork Literary Festival

West Cork Literary Festival Join us from 9 – 16 July 2027 at the West Cork Literary Festival and immerse yourself in an inclusive 8-day celebration of words and ideas in Bantry.

Programme details announced Spring 2027. www.westcorkliteraryfestival.ie Writers appearing are announced in the spring of every year. Bookings will be online at www.westcorkliteraryfestival.ie and +353 (0) 27 52788. Now an annual highlight in the Irish literary calendar, the West Cork Literary Festival is a week-long celebration of writing and reading for people of all ages. From its humble beginn

ings as a series of casual poetry readings and fringe events around the West Cork Chamber Music Festival, it has expanded into a varied and extensive programme of readings, talks and week-long workshops, growing more adventurous and imaginative with each year. We are delighted to bring the finest Irish and international literary figures to West Cork every July - making exceptional talent accessible to local, regional and national audiences.

Join us on Culture Night for a free event with West Cork author R.P. O’Donnell to hear all about his debut novel All The...
29/08/2026

Join us on Culture Night for a free event with West Cork author R.P. O’Donnell to hear all about his debut novel All The Old Clocks. He will be in conversation with fellow novelist Gráinne Murphy. This is part of our free Culture Night Trail. See link in our bio for details of this event and our West Cork Music Culture Night Trail.

All The Old Clocks is a gripping West Cork mystery set in 1988 where time, memory and family secrets collide as Storm Cordelia rages through the county.

Friday 18 September, 6.30pm in Bantry Bookshop. Free event, all welcome

Join us on 8 October at 8pm for an evening with bestselling author Louise O’Neill, as we celebrate the release of her in...
26/08/2026

Join us on 8 October at 8pm for an evening with bestselling author Louise O’Neill, as we celebrate the release of her incredible memoir, A Bigger Life. We’re returning to Live At St Luke’s in Cork city where we’ll be welcoming Louise to the stage for a public interview with Maeve Higgins.

A Bigger Life will be published by HQ, an imprint of Harper Collins, on 24 September 2026. The Book & Ticket bundle includes a Trade Paperback copy of the book at a reduced price and books will be available for collection on the evening from our event partners Dubray Books Cork. Dubray will also be selling additional copies of the book at the full price. Event Only tickets are also available. *On sale now at the link in our bio.* Louise will be signing after the event.

Author photo: Anna Groniecka Anna Groniecka | Photographer

Day 8, the final day of the 28th edition of the West Cork Literary Festival. It was an amazing day from start to finish,...
19/07/2026

Day 8, the final day of the 28th edition of the West Cork Literary Festival.

It was an amazing day from start to finish, a perfect way to end the festival.

Photos: Karlis Dzjamko Photographer

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Day 7 at WCLF26. Such a great day.🌞📚Photos: Karlis Dzjamko Photographer
17/07/2026

Day 7 at WCLF26.

Such a great day.

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Photos: Karlis Dzjamko Photographer

Hello Day 8, the final day of the festival.Starting with a refreshing swim, we also make the trip to Whiddy Island today...
17/07/2026

Hello Day 8, the final day of the festival.

Starting with a refreshing swim, we also make the trip to Whiddy Island today and it's market day in Bantry.

Lots to enjoy. See you soon.

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Here's a look at the schedule for the final day of WCLF26.Start your day with the Festival swim, it will be high tide a...
16/07/2026

Here's a look at the schedule for the final day of WCLF26.

Start your day with the Festival swim, it will be high tide and the water temperature is just perfect.

Link in bio to make any last minute plans.

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Day 6 of WCLF26 Another brilliant day of the festival.Thank You all for coming out.🌞📚Photos: Karlis Dzjamko Photographer...
16/07/2026

Day 6 of WCLF26

Another brilliant day of the festival.
Thank You all for coming out.

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Photos: Karlis Dzjamko Photographer

Hello Day 7.We have another fantastic day ahead including a Sold Out event at Futureforests with and who will be in co...
16/07/2026

Hello Day 7.

We have another fantastic day ahead including a Sold Out event at Futureforests with and who will be in conversation with .

Have a great day everyone.

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Here's a look at tomorrow's schedule for Day 7 of the festival. So much to see tomorrow including a play performed in Ir...
15/07/2026

Here's a look at tomorrow's schedule for Day 7 of the festival. So much to see tomorrow including a play performed in Irish 'Cáca Milis'. Suitable for anyone with a love and interest in a cúpla focail.

Cáca Milis by Alice Barry 7pm, Ma Murphys.
Tickets online and on the door tomorrow.

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13 Glengarriff Road
Bantry
COCORK

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

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