# St Andrews Book Festival, presented by Scots in London

St Andrews Book Festival, presented by Scots in London at Saint Columba's, Wednesday 18 November 2026, until 22 Nov.

- Venue: Saint Columba's, Lennox Gardens 7, London
- Go to page: https://www.stcolumbas.org.uk/all-events/?event=3507

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The St Andrews Book Festival brings well-known and new authors presenting Scottish writing to several central London venues. It is presented by Scots in London, with Saint Columba's as the primary focus of the festival. The Book Festival returns for another array of authors at the heart of London. Visitors can attend and/or volunteer to get involved.

## Dates

- Wednesday 18 November until 22 Nov — Saint Columba's

Written by a model, sources: [stcolumbas.org.uk](https://www.stcolumbas.org.uk/all-events/?event=3507)

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