Bath Literature Festival would like to thank all of the following supporters, without whose generosity none of this would be possible...
B&NES
Bath & North East Somerset Council is firmly committed to enhancing the cultural life of its residents and this festival - with its diverse range of writers, novelists, poets, historians, philosophers and children’s authors – promises to excite, challenge and inspire people across our district.
Arts Council England
Arts Council England works to get great art to everyone by championing, developing and investing in artistic experiences that enrich people’s lives. As the national development agency for the arts, we support a range of artistic activities from theatre to music, literature to dance, photography to digital art, carnival to crafts.
Mr B's Emporium of Reading Delights
Mr B’s Emporium of Reading Delights is thrilled to be sponsor and official bookseller to the Bath Literature Festival. Mr B’s is an independent bookshop built on a love and knowledge of books and excellent service. We’ll bring a big taste of Mr B’s to the Guildhall but for the complete experience pop along to our shop and browse, rest in our comfy chairs and enjoy our bibliotherapy room. 2008 Independent Bookshop of the Year.
Bailllie Gifford
Baillie Gifford is delighted to be a sponsor at the Bath Literature Festival 2010. We are one of the UK’s largest investment trust managers offering a range of investment trusts headed by our flagship fund Scottish Mortgage. These trusts are available to investors through our Share Plan, ISA and Children’s Savings Plan.
Charter Trustees of the City of Bath
The 782nd Mayor of Bath and Charter Trustees of the City are delighted to support the collaboration between Bath-Aix-en-Provence Twinning Association and the organisers to enable writers and poets from Bath's Twin City in France to take part this year. Their wealth of experience and talent is sure to enrich the whole event and to pave the way for other Twins to be involved in the future.
Prospect Magazine
Prospect is a world-class campus, fitted ingeniously between a magazine's covers, where politics, economics, the arts and sciences are equally respected, and freely cross-fertilise. The articles are expert, precise and witty.
Norie Trust
The Norie Trust is a small trust based in the South-West which makes grants to a diverse range of mainly local charities.
Relays + Legacy Trust (National Lottery)
RELAYS is the region’s Cultural Olympiad project and offers an innovative and ambitious programme designed to inspire young people and their communities to participate in, create and promote cultural and sporting activities across South West England. In Bath we are planning a Festival of Illumination in 2010 and 2012.
Bath Spa University
Bath Spa University is a world leader in the teaching of Creative Writing. In recent years more than fifty graduates have had their work published or broadcast. The University is committed to bringing the best new writing and writers to a public audience.
Buro Happold
Buro Happold is a leading international multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy with a world class reputation for delivering challenging projects across all major building and infrastructure sectors. With over 30 years’ experience we are recognised as being at the forefront of sustainable design for the built environment. We were established in 1976 in Bath and are proud supporters of the Bath Literature Festival 2010.
Clydesdale Bank
We think one-to-one banking should mean just that:
-Fast, local decision-making
-Access to an expert team of financial specialists
-Competitive, flexible solutions
-Global expertise & backing
-Free conference & meeting room facilities -throughout the UK
Bath Stone Group
As one of the few remaining Bath Stone producers Bath Stone Group is very much part of Bath’s rich heritage, and owner Elaine Marson is proud to be its’ custodian. Bath resident Elaine is a theatre and opera enthusiast, and is very much involved in supporting Bath’s wealth of art and culture and is delighted to be sponsoring Bath Literature Festival
Peacock Public Relations
Peacock Public Relations is a Bath-based communications agency specialising in the arts, particularly literature and classical music. Julie Peacock has worked with Bath Literature Festival since its creation. She's thrilled to be working with James Runcie and his team this year and proud to support this rich, diverse and thought provoking festival.
Jane Austen's Regency World
Jane Austen's Regency World is a bi-monthly, high-quality glossy magazine published in Bath and mailed to fans of Jane Austen worldwide. Each issue is packed with the latest news, views and information about the world's favourite author.
Nibbled Catering
Nibbled Catering has had tremendous success over the last 3 years which undoubtedly has been down to the delicious food we produce and the personal service offered to our clients. We will cater for all types of occasions.
Ernest Hecht Charitable Foundation
The Ernest Hecht Charitable Foundation was set up some years ago by Ernest Hecht, one of England’s major independent publishers, with the aim of helping the disadvantaged and promoting the advancement of the arts and education.
Re-Sourceful
Every year business blows millions of pounds on tacky promotional landfill, so we created Re-Sourceful to stop business buying 'stuff'. Re-Sourceful is all about choices – simple, brilliant, eye-opening choices that have a positive impact on lives while making a positive impression on clients and customers. For more information call us on 01225 787502, e-mail us on ideas@re-sourceful.co.uk
Nicholas Pearson Associates
Nicholas Pearson Associates is an award-winning environmental consultancy. We work nationally as well as in Bath, where we have contributed to the sustainability of the townscape for over 25 years. We specialise in environmental impact assessment, landscape architecture and ecology. www.npaconsult.co.uk
The Royal High School Bath
The Royal High School Bath GDST combines the best of educational tradition with stimulating curriculum innovation for girls aged 3– 6 and for young men and women aged 16–18. Offering day and boarding places, great results and facilities, a range of scholarships and bursaries and a choice between A levels and the International Baccalaureate for the Sixth Form, we look forward to welcoming you.
The Firehouse Rotisserie
The Firehouse Rotisserie offers a real taste of Southern California cuisine in the centre of Bath. With specialities including free range rotisserie spice rubbed chicken, gourmet pizzas and mouth-watering steaks and seafood on the grill, the restaurant remains a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. Conveniently located right across the street from Mr B's Emporium of Reading Delights, The Firehouse Rotisserie is proud to be a sponsor of the Bath Literature Festival.
Hall & Woodhouse
Hall and Woodhouse is one of the few remaining regional family brewers. We have brewed our award-winning Dorset ales and offered warm hospitality at our houses for over 230 years. Coming soon to Old King Street, Bath.
Jika Jika
A new coffee house in George Street, Bath serving the finest speciality coffee in the City, excellent loose leaf teas, great food and a small but perfectly formed wine, beer and cider list all within a luxurious, comfortable and casual space with friendly staff, free wi-fi, book cycle, magazines and newspapers.
Houghton Stone
Houghton Stone is a proud sponsor of the Bath Literature Festival. From personal tax planning to auditing small and medium businesses, Houghton Stone is committed to providing high quality pro-active advice and adding real value. Our Services: Auditors and Accountants; Tax Advisors; Management Accountants; Business Advisors; Payroll Services.
English Speaking Union
The English-Speaking Union is a national educational charity supporting international understanding through the use of the English language. Bath & District Branch supports cultural and educational activities such as public-speaking and debating for young people. It applauds the Bath Literature Festival for stimulating interest in new reading and challenging authors.
Bath Futures Members
Bath Futures is our year-round networking club connecting creatively minded entrepreneurs with a passion for ideas and culture - to find out more contact Ruth Knagg on 01225 462231
Bath University
The University of Bath places special emphasis on education for the real world and has a reputation for being both intellectually strong and culturally stimulating which makes the Literature Festival an ideal partner.
Emtone Print
Emtone Print has been established in Bath for over 25 years and are proud to be associated with the Bath Festivals. We produce fine print for local national and international clients and are fiercely proud of Bath and its heritage.
Enlightened Lighting
Enlightened Lighting are Bath based technical suppliers to the entertainment industry. We offer outstanding technical expertise in hire, installation & production of the latest lighting, sound and AV systems. Our work includes conferences, weddings, private parties and of course concerts. Enlightened has supplied Bath Festivals for the past ten years and are proud to be part of the cultural landscape of Bath.
Fast Signs
FASTSIGNS is committed to providing you with Quality Signs and Graphics. By helping you select the right type of signs, the best sign design, materials, typeface and colour, we make you - and your business stand out from the crowd and look great!
The Framing Workshop
Following an outstandingly successful year as sponsors of the Bath Festivals Box Office, Walcot Street’s Framing Workshop has just extended their contract for a further year. “Our Box Office provides an essential service for the cultural fabric of Bath,” explains proprietor Martin Tracy, “What’s more they do so with such a creative and caring demeanour that, as their sponsors, we see the enormous benefits they bring to the city, both personally and as an organisation. As we enter our 21st year, we are proud to play a part in ensuring the Bath Festivals Box Office continues to fulfil its ever growing role.”
Great Western Wine
International Wine Challenge Regional Merchant of the Year 2008 and 2009, Great Western Wine is again making a Festival branded wine for the Literature Festival as part of its ongoing partnership with Bath Festivals. Sample it at the Festival Café or call into their shop and take advantage of their dedication to service and passion for wine.
Thermae Bath Spa
Thermae Bath Spa is Britain’s original and only natural thermal Spa. Thermae is a remarkable combination of five historic buildings and the contemporary architecture of the New Royal Bath. Highlights include an open-air rooftop pool with fabulous views over the city of Bath, aromatherapy steam rooms and an extensive range of spa treatments.
City of Bath College
Milsom Place
Minuteman Press
Nash Partnership
Stubbs Rich
Festival Suppliers:
Fine Cheese Company
Leather Chairs of Bath
Marshfield Bakery
Thank you also for the generous support of:
The Elizabeth & Gordon Bloor Charitable Trust
Ernest Hecht Charitable Foundation
Harvey/Hughes Jones Charitable Trust
Joyce Fletcher Charitable Trust
Festival Patrons:
Bel Mooney
Michael Dickson and Effie Gallety
Joanna Dickson Leach
Simon Heale
Ian and Morny Hay Davison
All our Pen Friends and Pen Pals