We are delighted that actor, writer and book collector Stephen Fry will open this year's Fair when more than 150 dealers from the UK and around the world gather to offer rare and beautiful works including books, maps, manuscripts, art and ephemera.
| Friday 7th June: | 12pm - 8pm |
| Saturday 8th June: | 11am - 7pm |
| Sunday 9th June: | 11am - 5pm |
Battersea Evolution
Queenstown Road London SW8 4NW
Exhibitor Highlights
Events at the Fair
Demonstrations & Activities
Alongside our booksellers, skilled craftsmen will be at work throughout the fair, demonstrating the age-old crafts that go into making a book. Come and watch, and have a go.
Specialist Tours
Explore the fair in the company of expert tour guides. Tours range from introductory tours for those coming to their very first book fair, to subject specific explorations led by specialists.
Our Partners
The ABA is proud to partner with Biblio, Official Partner for the 2019 fair. We are also delighted that Shakespeare's Globe is our Charity Partner this year.
With thanks also to Richard Thompson Insurance Brokers for their continuing support.
Firsts - London's Rare Book Fair is the jewel in the crown of Rare Books London, a multi-locational festival celebrating all facets of the rare book in London. For more details visit www.rarebookslondon.com
Firsts - London's Rare Book Fair is brought to you by the Antiquarian Booksellers' Association under the auspices of ILAB. All booksellers at the fair are committed to dealing at the very highest levels, and their expertise is second to none.