The Alternative Book Club Christmas Special
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The Alternative Book Club Christmas Special is scheduled for 9 December 2026 at The Swan, featuring stand-up comedy focused on literary themes. The event will include a lineup of comedians discussing a range of literary topics, with tickets available at various price points.
Stand-up comedy about books
Well ho, ho and ho... looks like it's time for an Alternative Book Club Christmas Special! We have a line up of festive fun and literary comedians - and if you've all been good, Santa said he would drop by...
Alternative Book Club presents an unconventional comedy night about books where there is absolutely NO required reading. Prepare to be entertained – and informed – by a phenomenal line up of award-winning comics and brilliant friends who will be dissecting anything Lit: from John Milton’s Paradise Lost to Kim Kardashian’s Selfie, and everything in between.
FAQs:
*The show will be in The Shush Bar and doors open at 7.15pm but The Swan is open for food and drink all afternoon and evening!
*There are a limited number of Early Bird tickets available.
* Tickets: Early Bird £8.50 (plus EB fee) | General £11 (plus EB fee) | On the Door £15
* The Alternative Book Club aims to be accessible to everyone. Please get in touch if you need a discount code.
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Frequently asked questions
The Alternative Book Club Christmas Special takes place on Wednesday, 9 December 2026 at 19:30.
The Alternative Book Club Christmas Special is held at The Swan in Cheltenham (35-37 High Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1DX).
Tickets for The Alternative Book Club Christmas Special range from £9.92 to £12.62. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Swan can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for The Alternative Book Club Christmas Special can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The Alternative Book Club Christmas Special is scheduled for 9 December 2026 at The Swan, featuring stand-up comedy focused on literary themes. The event will include a lineup of comedians discussing a range of literary topics, with tickets available at various price points.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Stand-up comedy about books
Well ho, ho and ho... looks like it's time for an Alternative Book Club Christmas Special! We have a line up of festive fun and literary comedians - and if you've all been good, Santa said he would drop by...
Alternative Book Club presents an unconventional comedy night about books where there is absolutely NO required reading. Prepare to be entertained – and informed – by a phenomenal line up of award-winning comics and brilliant friends who will be dissecting anything Lit: from John Milton’s Paradise Lost to Kim Kardashian’s Selfie, and everything in between.
FAQs:
*The show will be in The Shush Bar and doors open at 7.15pm but The Swan is open for food and drink all afternoon and evening!
*There are a limited number of Early Bird tickets available.
* Tickets: Early Bird £8.50 (plus EB fee) | General £11 (plus EB fee) | On the Door £15
* The Alternative Book Club aims to be accessible to everyone. Please get in touch if you need a discount code.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Hotels within walking distance of The Swan. Searching near 35-37 High Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1DX; check-in Wednesday, 9 December 2026.
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is The Alternative Book Club Christmas Special?
The Alternative Book Club Christmas Special takes place on Wednesday, 9 December 2026 at 19:30.
Where is The Alternative Book Club Christmas Special taking place?
The Alternative Book Club Christmas Special is held at The Swan in Cheltenham (35-37 High Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1DX).
How much are tickets for The Alternative Book Club Christmas Special?
Tickets for The Alternative Book Club Christmas Special range from £9.92 to £12.62. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near The Alternative Book Club Christmas Special?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Swan can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for The Alternative Book Club Christmas Special?
Tickets for The Alternative Book Club Christmas Special can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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