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| Hi ,
Discover Literary Destinations This Autumn! 🍂
As autumn settles in, there’s nothing quite like curling up with a good book. But why not take your literary love a step further?
We’ve handpicked a selection of must-see literary destinations across the UK that every book lover should experience in their lifetime. From the Regency streets of Jane Austen to the breathtaking landscapes that influenced Tolkien, these spots offer a perfect blend of history, beauty, and inspiration.
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| 📍Stay at The Old Swan Hotel |
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| The Old Swan Hotel became famous as Agatha Christie’s retreat, where she was found 11 days after her mysterious 1926 disappearance. It turned out that she’d been been signed in as a guest under the name ‘Mrs Teresa Neele’ from Cape Town.
Save up to 45% | From £67.50 pp |
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| 📍 Stay at Shrigley Hall Hotel |
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| The Peak District is home to a range of stunning country houses like Chatsworth and Haddon Hall. Book lovers can explore the Jane Eyre Trail, a 5.5-mile walk through the landscape that inspired Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre.
From £75.50 pp |
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| 📍 Stay at the 4⭐ Arden Hotel |
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| Stratford-upon-Avon is the 16th-century birthplace of William Shakespeare, arguably Britain’s most influencial writer.
Across from the hotel, the renowned RSC stages a variety of Shakespearean plays.
Save up to 29% | From £135 pp |
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| 📍 Stay at the 4⭐ Lakeside Hotel & Spa |
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| The Lake District has served as the source of inspiration for some of the UK’s most renowned literary talents. From secluded valleys and serene lakes to the homes of the Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter, every corner tells a story.
From £134.50 pp |
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📍 Stay at President Hotel
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| Our capital city is brimming with literary landmarks. A great starting point is the impressive British Library, where you can dive into British literary history.
From here, hop on the underground to 221b Baker Street, the home of a certain My. Holmes!
From £125 pp |
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| 📍 Stay at the 4⭐ DoubleTree by Hilton Oxford Belfry |
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| Oxfordshire has links with literary greats such as J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Lewis Carroll, who found inspiration in its picturesque landscapes and academic roots. Pop into The Eagle and Child, an old Oxford pub where Lewis and Tolkien met likeminded writers, ‘The Inklings’ every week.
From £95 pp |
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| 📍 Stay at Best Western Plus Angel Hotel |
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| Bath has long been associated with elegance and sophistication. The city has preserved much of its Regency architecture, making it a fantastic book destination for Jane Austen fans. Why not visit The Jane Austen Centre while you’re in town? Featuring artefacts, costumes and even a regency tea room.
Save up to 50% | From £125 pp for 2 nts |
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| 📍 Stay at the 4⭐Bridgewood Manor Hotel |
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| Kent, the birthplace of Charles Dickens, has strong Dickensian ties. Visit Medway, where Dickens grew up and shaped his works.
Or, if non-fiction is more your style, venture to Down House to see the very desk where Darwin penned his Theory of Evolution.
From £145 pp for 2 nts |
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| 📍 Stay at The Lismoyne Hotel |
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The village of Chawton in Hampshire, near Winchester, is a must-visit for Jane Austen enthusiasts.
It was her home for the final eight years of her life, where she penned
most of her iconic novels.
Save up to 27% | From £139.50 pp for 2 nts |
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| 📍 Stay at Chevin Country Park Hotel & Spa |
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| Discover Bronte country with Haworth just 30 minutes’ from Chevin. This hillside house, was home to the Bronte family and now The Bronte Parsonage Museum. Be sure to pack your copy of Wuthering Heights for a stay amid the rugged landscapes of West Yorkshire.
From £135 pp for 2 nts |
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| All prices are per person based on 2 adults sharing a twin or double room unless stated otherwise. Subject to availability. Please see individual offers for terms and conditions. Prices are correct at the time of promotion. |
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