Books in Places
Book holidays for people who love books
Travel somewhere wonderful, discover the story behind the destination and share the experience with other book lovers.
Books. Places. People.
Travel somewhere that means something
Books in Places creates holidays around great books and the places that bring them to life.
Some trips are two-night literary weekends in the UK. Others take you further afield, from European escapes to longer journeys around the world. Some are built around a single story, while others give you plenty of time simply to read, relax and enjoy being somewhere beautiful.
Choose your kind of escape
From UK weekends to journeys around the world
However far you want to travel, the idea is the same: a great book, a fascinating place and people who enjoy talking about both.
UK literary weekends
A short break. A great book. Somewhere interesting.
Short breaks inspired by books, authors and the places where stories unfold. Discover historic towns, dramatic landscapes and literary connections without having to go far from home.
Expect shared meals, book discussions, exploring and plenty of time to enjoy the place itself.
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Overseas trips
Follow the story further afield
Travel to the places behind unforgettable books, from European cities and Mediterranean islands to longer journeys and adventures further around the world.
Some trips are relaxed reading retreats. Others are immersive literary journeys with excursions, cultural experiences and plenty to discover.
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Time to read, relax and explore
Reading retreats put the book at the heart of the experience, with time to slow down, read independently, talk about the story and enjoy a beautiful destination.
They can be in the UK or overseas, from a winter reading escape in the sunshine to a relaxed week surrounded by fellow book lovers.
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The Books in Places idea
Book. Place. People.
Take the book club to the place where the story happens.
The Book
A great story gives every trip its starting point. We choose books with a strong sense of place and a reason to experience the destination for yourself.
The Place
Streets, buildings, landscapes, food and history take on another meaning when you've read the story that connects them.
The People
Shared books make meeting people surprisingly easy. Expect relaxed conversation, shared meals and plenty of opportunities to explore together.
Coming up
Where will your next book take you?
Discover some of our upcoming trips, from short breaks in the UK to literary journeys further afield.
Travelling alone?
Come on your own. You won't be on your own.
Most Books in Places guests travel alone, including many people who are trying solo travel for the first time.
You arrive knowing that everyone already has something in common. You all love books.
There are shared meals, book discussions and things to explore together, but you still have the freedom to do your own thing.
Solo holidays for book loversTestimonials
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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