This is the 1st Warrington Crime Festival. Taking place on Sunday 19th April 2026 at the amazing Village Hotel, Warrington. This highly anticipated event will bring together 20 of the North West's most prolific dark fiction authors for a day filled with thrilling discussions and literary celebrations. Join us for a fantastic lineup featuring confirmed guests such as Simon McCleave, the acclaimed author of the Ruth Hunter seriessoon to be adapted into a television seriesand local favourite Conrad Jones, a prolific writer with 36 novels to his credit, including the best-selling Cuckoos on the Mersey and The Anglesey Murders Series, currently reigning number one in the British Horror genre. The festival will include engaging panel interviews, interactive question-and-answer sessions, and opportunities for fans to meet their favourite authors during book signings. Each ticket purchased will include a signed book as well as an exclusive goodie bag packed with exciting surprises. We are thrilled to launch the Warrington Crime Festival, which we envision as an annual gathering for crime fiction lovers, said the event organizers. Its a wonderful opportunity for readers to connect with talented authors and celebrate the captivating world of dark fiction. Confirmed authors; Simon McCleave Conrad Jones Caroline England Andrew Barrett ML Raynor Axl Malton Tickets are now available for purchase now! Dont miss your chance to be part of this thrilling literary event!W Doors will open at 11.00 am, panels will start at 11.30 am and will finish about 4.30. The running time is TBC. Included in your ticket price: Access to all panel discussions and a chance to ask the authors those burning questions. Book signings with your favourite authors. Onsite bookshop, courtesy of the authors. Tote bag with a signed book and bookish goodies. Access to the onsite bar, Starbucks and restaurant. Free parking in the venues secure car parkThe first authors to be announced are: TBA