Welcome to the Society of Bookbinders
We're dedicated to traditional and contemporary bookbinding and to the preservation and conservation of the printed and written word.
Society of Bookbinders
Biennial Conference 2026
York University,
14–16 August 2026
Full delegate from £295 for members (£325 for non-members).
Rates rise after 1 May.
Day delegate from £50 member
Bursaries are available for those who need financial support to attend.
The 2026 Conference brings together bookbinders of all levels for two days of lectures, demonstrations and conversation. This year's programme includes:
- Design binding with Kate Holland;
- Tudor Style leather work with Dominic Riley;
- Conservation with Ann-Marie Miller;
- Boxes with magnetic catches with Gillian Stewart;
- Articulated bindings with Suzanne Schmollegruber, joining us from Switzerland;
- A special focus on miniature bindings.
The weekend also includes the Trade Fair, the International Binding Competition exhibition, the Conference Dinner and auction, and the AGM.
