How to Cancel The Spectator
The Spectator is a weekly political and cultural magazine. Subscriptions include digital access and optionally print delivery. Cancellation is handled through their subscriptions team by phone or email.
Steps verified March 2026
Quick Facts
Monthly cost
£4.99/mo
£59.88/year
Cancel online?
No — phone/letter required
Pause option?
No
Refund policy
Annual subscribers may receive a pro-rata refund for undelivered issues. Monthly digital subscriptions are non-refundable.
After cancellation
Your account and reading history are retained.
What to Watch Out For
- Must contact the subscriptions team rather than cancel through an online self-service option
Cancellation Steps
Go directly to The Spectator cancellation pageCheck your subscription type
Determine whether you have a print, digital, or combined subscription.
Contact The Spectator
Email subscriptions@spectator.co.uk or call 0330 333 0050.
Request cancellation
Provide your subscription details and request cancellation.
Confirm in writing
Get email confirmation of the cancellation and any refund due.
Tips & Things to Know
- Some articles are available free on spectator.co.uk without a subscription.
- Annual subscribers may be eligible for a pro-rata refund.
- Cancel before the renewal date to avoid being charged for the next period.
Your Consumer Rights
- Under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013, you have a 14-day cooling-off period for new subscriptions.
- Print subscription refunds for undelivered issues are supported under contract law.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I cancel The Spectator online?
Not directly. You need to email or call the subscriptions team.
Will I get a refund for undelivered print issues?
Annual subscribers can request a pro-rata refund for remaining issues.
Can I read The Spectator for free?
Some articles are free online. Full access requires a subscription.
How do I cancel a Spectator app subscription?
If subscribed via Apple or Google, cancel through their subscription settings.
Is The Spectator digital-only available?
Yes. Digital-only subscriptions provide web and app access without print delivery.
Annual Cost
£59.88
per year for The Spectator
Cancelling saves you this every year