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UNESCO City of Literature

  1. Exeter Literary Itinerary
    There's a good reason why Exeter was awarded UNESCO City of Literature status in 2019. Follow our literary itinerary to see the key places of interest.
  2. Exeter Literary Map
    Uncover Exeter's literary heritage and culture with the Exeter Literary Map, featuring famous figures, picturesque reading spots, independent bookshops, and literary landmarks.
  3. Guest blog: Introducing Exeter St David's book vending machine

    A Penguin Books vending machine has been installed at Exeter St Davids train station!

  4. Book Cycle, Exeter

    2024 is the 5th anniversary of Exeter receiving its UNESCO recognition as a City of Literature, becoming part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network.

  5. Literary Exeter by Train
    Exeter is a UNESCO City of Literature and its literary history is reflected in fascinating attractions around the city and beyond, easily reachable from Exeter by rail with GWR.

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  1. Add Hollie McNish: The Lobster Tour to your Itinerary

    Hollie McNish: The Lobster Tour

    Exeter

    Hollie McNish / The Lobster Paperback Tour With Michael Pedersen's Muckle Flugga Novel Launch

    The Show:

    Hollie McNish is a poet whose live shows are not to be missed. After a run of sold out gigs up and down the UK, she is back with the paperback…

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  2. Add Creative Writing course - 5 weeks to your Itinerary

    Creative Writing course - 5 weeks

    Sidmouth

    This five week course will offer a range of practical and inspiring exercises. You'll learn how to create characters, develop plots and explore your creativity through a wide range of exercises.

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  3. Add Silent Book Club Exeter to your Itinerary

    Silent Book Club Exeter

    Haven Road, Exeter

    Cost: Free to attend (bring your own book!)

    Location: Upstairs Bar, Topsham Brewery, EX2 8GR

    As of September 2025, Silent Book Club in Exeter now happens twice a month at Topsham Brewery! Silent Book Club takes place on the first Wednesday and…

  4. Add Creative Writing Taster Session to your Itinerary

    Creative Writing Taster Session

    Sidmouth

    CREATIVE WRITING TASTER SESSION
    KENNAWAY HOUSE, SIDMOUTH
    THURSDAY 8TH JANUARY 2026
    10-12PM

    Would you like to develop your creative writing skills and meet other writers This fun, friendly session will offer practical exercises to enhance your…

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  5. Add Tom Hindle - A Killer in Paradise to your Itinerary

    Tom Hindle - A Killer in Paradise

    Crediton

    Join us for a warming winter evening of murder, mystery and mischief as bestselling crime author Tom Hindle visits The Bookery to discuss his latest novel, A Killer in Paradise a locked-room whodunnit set in the lush Costa Rican rainforest. Tom…

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  6. Add Exeter Playwrights Cafe to your Itinerary

    Exeter Playwrights Cafe

    Exeter

    Are you a writer for performance based in or around Exeter? Join us on the first Thursday (7-9om) of each month for the Exeter Playwrights Cafe.

    These informal sessions are a space where you can share extracts of your work, receive feedback,…

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