Booksellers Association Conference 2026

The BA Conference and Gardners Trade Show will return to Leonardo Hotels (formerly Jury's Inn), Hinckley Island on the 20th & 21st September 2026!

The BA Conference and Gardners Trade Show is a highlight in the Book Trade Calendar where BA Members come together for two days for business sessions, publisher highlights, social events and networking.
 

We've seen an incredible response over the past few years, with a vibrant, affirming Conference and social gathering—and we know just how much booksellers value coming together. So, we’re already eagerly anticipating this year’s event.
 

As always, the BA Conference offers a rare and valuable chance to tap into the collective wisdom of the bookselling community. It’s a space to reflect, adapt to changing times, and shape forward-thinking strategies. Booksellers are remarkably collaborative and supportive, and we’re confident you’ll leave the Conference feeling more empowered, better informed, and truly inspired—by the programme and, most of all, by one another.
 

We are delighted to work with our colleagues at Gardners once again. The Gardners team will be running the Trade Show, and we are grateful to them for sponsoring the Conference to allow booksellers to attend the event free of charge.
 

For questions or queries, please email [email protected]