WELCOME
The people of Colonsay, like many communities large and small, have always shared a love of books and literature, joining in book groups and participating in fringe poetry sessions at the music festival. At a community meeting in June 2011, the idea of a book festival for the island was tentatively mooted, and ten months later, at the end of April 2012, we were welcoming our first six authors and an eager audience. 2025 marks our 12th Book Festival and we are thrilled to welcome such a great line up to Colonsay for what promises to be another great festival.
“This was a wonderful start to a literary festival that I am sure will become one of the most enjoyable festivals on offer. Everything worked so well and the atmosphere was extraordinarily friendly.”
ALEXANDER McCALL SMITH
“To say this is a
BRILLIANT festival
– simply the best –
is not to say too much…”
LIZ LOCHHEAD
GETTING HERE
The island of Colonsay, one of the most remote and most beautiful in the Southern Hebrides, is a 2 hours, 20 minutes sail from Oban, on the west coast of Scotland. South of Mull and west of Jura and Islay, the island is about 8 miles long and 2 wide. Famous for its golden beaches, such as Kiloran and Balnahard, it is home to a wealth of bird, animal and plant life, and has a fascinating history and archaeology. Whatever your interest – walking, swimming, fishing, golf, painting or photography – you will be able to enjoy it here.
OUR THANKS
Our thanks to Andrew McMorrine, for the use of his wonderful painting of Colonsay across our festival communications. See more of Andrew’s work here.
CONTACT US
If you have any questions please contact us and we will be delighted to assist. For press and publicity, or general enquiries please email us.
SPONSORS
Bell Ingram Estate Agents,
OBAN