Make the most of your visit to Firsts: London’s Rare Book Fair by joining our 2026 events program. 🗓️📚
This year, we invite you to step into our Talks Space for deep-dives into the history of bookbinding or the revolutionary advent of the radio in the home, or join one of our tours and learn about identifying a high-quality first edition or the radical project of William Morris’ Kelmscott Press. All events are free, but spaces are limited — reserve your place below to ensure you don’t miss out.
Browse the full events schedule and book your ticket through the link in the bio 🎟️ #FirstsLondon #RareBooks #BookCollecting #SaatchiGallery #AntiquarianBooks
More than just a book fair 🖋️
Firsts London opens in just a few short weeks, bringing the best of the rare book market to London’s Saatchi Gallery, alongside a program of expert talks, guided tours, and revolutionary discoveries.
📍 Saatchi Gallery, London
🗓️ 14–17 May 2026
Plan your visit and book your tickets through the link in our bio.
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Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting your journey into the world of rare books, the wait is over. The Firsts London Highlights page is officially live!
Get an exclusive first look at some of the most extraordinary items coming to Saatchi Gallery this year—from museum-quality manuscripts to iconic modern first editions.
The Details
📕Explore the Highlights: firstslondon.com/highlights
📗The Fair: 15–17 May 2026 (Preview 14 May)
📘Location: Saatchi Gallery, London
Don’t wait until the doors open to start your wishlist. Head to the link in our bio to see what our world-class exhibitors are bringing to the floor.
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Moments from Firsts London ✨
We’re open all weekend - come and see what you can find! Don’t miss the Winnie the Pooh exhibition on the top floor!
16 May: open until 6pm
17 May: 11am - 5pm
📍Saatchi Gallery, Kings Road, London
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What can you find at Firsts London 🕵
Come and see for yourself
16 May: 11am - 6pm (£5 on the door)
17 May: 11am - 5pm (FREE entry)
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First impressions are so important ✨
Get to know Firsts London this weekend; London’s biggest rare book event.
14-17 May, Saatchi Gallery
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Firsts: London’s Rare Book Fair is back, and it’s more beautiful than ever 📚✨
Join us at Saatchi Gallery to live your bibliophilic best life.
📍 Saatchi Gallery, London�🗓️ 14–17 May 2026
🆓 free entry on Sunday 17
Tickets: link in the bio
“People say nothing is impossible, but I do nothing every day.” — Winnie the Pooh 🍯
Actually, we’re doing something rather special! Celebrate a full century of the “Best Bear in All the World” at this year’s Firsts London. We’re transforming a corner of Saatchi Gallery into the 100 Acre Wood for an exclusive look at the rarest Pooh treasures in existence.
🎈 100 Years of Winnie the Pooh
Join curator Anna Middleton (@peterharringtonrarebooks ) for an intimate show-and-tell featuring:
* ✨ First editions and signed copies.
* 🖋️ Inscribed editions with personal histories.
* 🎨 Original illustrations and rare ephemera.
Whether you’re a serious collector or just a lifelong fan of A.A. Milne’s masterpiece, this is a one-off opportunity to see the story of a boy and his bear like never before.
📅 When: Sunday 17th May | 15:00
📍 Where: The Exhibition Space (Top Floor Cafe), Saatchi Gallery
🎟️ Find us: Get your free ticket through the link in the bio
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Firsts London opens in one week! ✨
We are excited to welcome @thinicepress as one of our partner stands at this year’s fair. Based in York, Thin Ice’s mission is to bring traditional printing to contemporary communities, whilst also securing this important craft for future generations. If you’ve ever wanted to know how a traditional printing press functions in the modern age, this is your chance to speak to the experts!
Find them in the lobby on the ground floor of Saatchi Gallery next week
Firsts: London’s Rare Book Fair
📍 Saatchi Gallery, London 🗓️ 14–17 May 2026
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Firsts: London’s Rare Book Fair returns to Saatchi Gallery next month. As one of the world’s most prestigious celebrations of the written word, this year’s fair promises an extraordinary gathering of dealers and collectors from across the globe.
From illuminated manuscripts to modern first editions, a world of rare treasures awaits your discovery.
14–17 May 2026
Get your tickets @firstslondon
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Up close and personal with history 🏛️✨
Thanks to everyone who joined us at @senatehouselib last week for a sneak peek of some of the most extraordinary items coming to Firsts London in just 2 weeks time.
Want to see them in person? Get your tickets to Firsts through the link in the bio.
Firsts: London’s Rare Book Fair
📍 Saatchi Gallery, London 🗓️ 14–17 May 2026
📷 @jonbakerpeople
#SenateHouseLibrary #RareBooks #LiteraryHistory #FirstsLondon
“Revolutionary works don’t just recount history – they create it.” 📜✨
These words from Professor Mary Beard, Honorary Graduate of the University of London, reflect on the theme for Firsts 2026, ‘Revolution’. We are proud to partner with @senatehouselib , University of London, as our charity partner this year, who will be displaying a curated exhibition of works on their stand that both capture and cement moments of revolutionary history.
Firsts: London’s Rare Book Fair
📍 Saatchi Gallery, London 🗓️ 14–17 May 2026 🎟️ Link in bio for tickets and info.
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