Learn about the antiquarian book trade from some of the best booksellers and librarians in the country.

We are pleased to announce that applications for the York Antiquarian Book Seminar are now open. Spaces are limited, and we encourage all interested students to apply early!

The course will be held from Monday 20th November  to Thursday 23 November 2023 at the Priory Street Centre, 15 Priory Street, York, YO1 6ET. The course fees are £575. That includes all lectures and demonstrations, instructional materials including reference books, a bookshop tour, daily lunches and refreshments and a Thursday farewell dinner. In addition to the timetabled events, there are informal evening activities and opportunities for networking.

Bookings are now being taken on the YABS Book Now page here.

We have a wide range of scholarships available, with details of requirements and deadlines available here.

We hope you can join us at the seminar, and we look forward to meeting you!