Volunteer

Every year BLF asks hundreds of volunteers, just like you, to help us to deliver the most diverse and inclusive literature festival in the UK. If you volunteer at BLF 2025, you have the chance to give back to the community, meet brilliant like-minded people, and even gain practical experience for your CV.

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Top reasons to volunteer

• Support the Bradford and West Yorkshire community
• Meet like-minded people and build your confidence
• Improve communication skills
• Develop team-working and other transferrable skills
• Gain experience in the arts and cultural events industry
• Get your hands on free festival tickets

Discover our volunteers made a difference shape the cultural landscape in Bradford, foster new connections, and nurture their skills during this year’s festival.

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Sign up for volunteering opportunities

You could be a Green Room Assistant rubbing shoulders with high-profile speakers and members of the press, or you can try your hand as a Stage Assistant, where you’ll experience the magic of the festival from backstage.

Sign up below to be contacted for volunteering opportunities at Bradford Literature Festival 2025.

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