The Festival is now a firmly established highlight of the Irish Literary calendar. Famous Irish and international writers, both established and emerging, gather in the picturesque town each year. There are master classes, readings, and workshops, as well as interviews with authors, book launches, and a cornucopia of other events.

The incredible list of visitors to Bantry this year includes Anne Enright, Colm Tóibín, Adania Shibli, David Nicholls, Dolly Alderton, Paul Lynch, Rónán Hession, Eimear Ryan, Theo Dorgan, Andrea Mara, Irvine Welsh, Miriam Margoyles, Elizabeth Day and Jason Allen-Paisant.

Some events are free, others are ticketed, prices vary.

Readers are advised to check with the organiser before relying on the details published here.