book lovers on tour
How it works
The essence of Books in Places is taking the book club meeting experience to the heart of the book, the city where it is set. You’ll stay in a hotel in the city the book is set in, visit the sites described in the book and then discuss the book with your fellow travellers over a meal in an authentic restaurant linked to the book. Books in Places is built around solo travellers and the pleasure of making new like-minded friends in a relaxed and sociable environment.
upcoming trips
Book | Location | When | Details |
 | Windsor | October 2025 | |
 | Glastonbury | October 2025 | |
 | Lyme Regis | October 2025 | |
 | Madrid | October 2025 | |
 | Istanbul | October 2025 | |
 | Egypt | November 2025 | |
 | Bath Christmas Market | December 2025 | |
 | Marrakech | January 2026 | |
 | Lincoln | Feburary 2026 | |
| Lincoln Trip 2 | Feburary 2026 | |
 | Winchester | Feburary 2026 | |
 | Reading Retreat - Portugal | March 2026 | |
 | Norwich | March 2026 | |
 | Murano/Venice | March 2026 | |
| Norwich | March 2026 | |
 | Jamaica | March 2026 | |
 | Birmingham | April 2026 | |
| Murano/Venice | April 2026 | |
 | Florence | April 2026 | Coming Soon |
 | Seville | May 2026 | |
 | Granada | May 2026 | Coming Soon |
 | Madrid | May 2026 | |
 | Corfu | June 2026 | Coming Soon |
 | Kefalonia | September 2026 | Coming Soon |
 | Crete | September 2026 | Coming Soon |
 | Turkey | October 2026 | Coming Soon |
 | Kenya | November 2026 | Coming Soon |
Previous trips
Book | Location | When | Details |
 | Bletchley Park | February 2025 | |
 | Cornwall | March 2025 | |
 | Lancashire/Yorkshire | April 2025 | |
 | Portugal | April 2025 | |
 | Barcelona | May 2025 | |
| Florence | May 2025 | |
| Florence | June 2025 | |
 | Budapest | June 2025 | |
 | Carcassonne | July 2025 | |
 | St Malo | July 2025 | |
 | Krakow | July 2025 | |
 | Delft | August 2025 | |
 | Amsterdam | August 2025 | |
| Crete | September 2025 | |
| Florence | September 2025 | |
 | Pompeii | September 2025 | |
| Windsor | October 2025 |
Dramatic, compelling and full of twists and turns, Jamacia Inn is an atmospheric gothic tale which chills and thrills in equal measures.
This extraordinary thriller, rich in the atmospheres of medieval and contemporary France, will see us visiting the medieval city of Carcassonne.
A gripping historical novel set during World War II. It follows Andras Lévi, a Hungarian Jewish student, whose life changes drastically as he faces love, hardship, and survival. The book richly portrays the era's challenges and the enduring human spirit.
In the shadows of an ancient wood, guests gather for the opening weekend of The Manor: a beautiful new countryside retreat.
But under the burning midsummer sun, darkness stirs. Old friends and enemies circulate among the guests. And the candles have barely been lit for a solstice supper when the body is found.
A true love letter to Florence. With beautiful prose, extraordinary tenderness, and bursts of humour and light, Still Life is a sweeping portrait of unforgettable individuals who come together to make a family, and a richly drawn celebration of beauty and love in all its forms.
A gripping historical thriller set in post-Civil War Spain. The novel follows British spy Harry Brett, who navigates political intrigue, love, and betrayal in Franco's Madrid. Rich in historical detail, it's a tale of espionage, survival, and moral dilemmas.
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Past trips in 2024
Hemingway's A Farewell to Arms is a great excuse to visit Milan. Milan has its grand Duomo Cathedral at its heart and the renowned La Scala opera house, along with the storied Sforza Castle and the opulent Vittorio Emanuele II shopping arcade. A great city for a book club meeting
A true love letter to Florence. With beautiful prose, extraordinary tenderness, and bursts of humour and light, Still Life is a sweeping portrait of unforgettable individuals who come together to make a family, and a richly drawn celebration of beauty and love in all its forms.
Past trips in 2023
For book lovers
Books transport us to another world. The sights and sounds come alive to us, so you almost feel you are there, surrounded by the architecture, the people and the scenery. We go to book clubs to talk about and dissect the books we love. Now imagine a book club meeting held right there, in a restaurant, in the city, discussing the book with others just like you, who love the book and want to experience it in a whole new way.
Testimonials
5 years after starting my first book gang, the Bristol Book Gang now has over 1,600 members. Who better to tell you a little something about what to expect.
Paul has created a unique book group by recognising that book lovers have interests that extend beyond the covers of the group’s chosen novel. As well as guiding discussion of the book itself, he makes space for likeminded people to simply chat - about books, but also about other stuff. That makes Paul’s book gang an enriching experience .
Paul runs an amazing book club. Often 50 people sign up and there is always a waiting list of people. The books are varied, interesting and invoke discussion and friendships. He leads with intelligence, inclusion and warmth. An eclectic, wonderful, varied group of people attend. Am so excited by the idea of taking the books to the location. This will be fabulous and I will look forward to enjoying the holiday and the read.
Bristol Book Gang is the best book group I’ve attended by far. Under Paul Wright’s leadership, it attracts a diverse range of people who contribute to fascinating discussions and insights, both into the books themselves and wider issues brought up. Paul makes everyone welcome and creates a sociable and fun space. He is an excellent host and organiser for any event. Highly recommended!!! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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