In pictures: Alnwick's Story Fest 2026 draws in crowds for star studded lineup

Alnwick once again established itself as the story capital of the North as Story Fest returned at the weekend.

In its fourth annual installment, the event, from March 6 to 8, proved to be the biggest and best yet. Here are nine great pictures from this year’s festival.

5. Story Fest 2026

Viz co-founder Simon Donald was joined by comedian Seymour Mace for How Viz Was Born and Other Unfeasible Stories. Photo: Alice Stone

Photo Sales

6. Story Fest 2026

Northumberland crime writer LJ Ross signed fans copies of her books. Photo: Carys Stallard

Photo Sales

7. Story Fest 2026

Author Sally Measom held a 'how to start writing a book' workshop. Photo: Jane Coltman

Photo Sales

8. Story Fest 2026

Trevor Wood took readers and aspiring writers inside the craft of his acclaimed Jimmy Mullen trilogy and DCI Jack Parker series. Photo: Lynda Wearn

Photo Sales

Previous

2 / 2

Next Page

Related topics:AlnwickNorth