About Hay
Each summer in May and June, Hay-on-Wye, nestled in the staggering beauty of the Brecon Beacons on the Welsh border, plays host to a gathering of some of the world’s brightest and most renowned literary talents for the Guardian Hay Festival.
Started by Peter Florence in 1987, the festival was described by Bill Clinton in 2001 as "The Woodstock of the mind". Over recent years it has grown substantially, developing its roots in literature to include musical performances and film previews. A celebration of ideas, stories, literature and language, 2009 highlights included writers Carol Ann Duffy, Stephen Fry, David Nicholls and Melvyn Bragg, comedians Dylan Moran, Dara O’Brian and Chris Addison and great speakers Desmond Tutu, Rowan Williams and David Simon.
With over 85,000 visitors, 580 speakers and 477 mini events, The Guardian Hay Festival is a pivotal occasion in the calendar for the world of literature, literacy and language. Sky Arts has unparalleled and exclusive access to this literary event of the year and will be also be broadcasting both shows on Sky Arts 1 & 2 HD.
To find out more about Hay and how we support the festival visit: http://hayonsky.skyarts.co.uk (opens in a new window)