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Exeter became the only UK destination in 2019 to be awarded UNESCO City of Literature status, and is now one of 66 cities internationally that have been added to the UNESCO Creative Cities Network.
Exeter was recognised for its 1,000 year unbroken history of making books and popularising reading since the early 13th century. Today there are some fantastic literary hubs across the city, such as the Quay Words project, housed at Exeter’s Custom House and supported by Literature Works, where writers and performers are encouraged to try their hand at all kinds of writing or to experience and learn from others' work. Find out more about our UNESCO City of Literature status on our City of Literature blog post, or visit the Exeter City of Literature website.
Uncover Exeter's literary heritage and culture with the Exeter Literary Map. The map was designed by a local illustrator, to showcase the city’s famous literary figures, picturesque reading spots, independent bookshops, and literary landmarks.
See the list below for literary, poetry and spoken word events in Exeter.
A Penguin Books vending machine has been installed at Exeter St Davids train station!
2024 is the 5th anniversary of Exeter receiving its UNESCO recognition as a City of Literature, becoming part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network.
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Exmouth
The legendary Mancunian punk poet, who is a spiritual godfather to the likes of Mike Skinner and Plan B hauls his insatiable laconic wit on tour.
Crediton
The Bookery is delighted to welcome eco-psychotherapist, herbalist and local authorBrigit McNeillalong with acclaimed nature writer, and friend of The Bookery, Sophie Pavelle, for a discussion about Brigits new book, The Wild Within: What Plants…
Cathedral Close, Exeter
People leave the strangest things inside books: we have found everything from pressed ferns, drawings and poems to newspaper cuttings, letters and photographs – and even a pair of scissors and a 17th century French playing card!
Come and explore…
Crediton
The Bookery is thrilled to welcome renowned photographer Chris Chapman for a special book signing event celebrating the launch of his stunning new book, Hallowed Earth: A Lifetime in Photography. Join us for this wonderful opportunity to meet…
Crediton
The Bookery is thrilled to support Crediton Town Councils Late Night Shopping evening with a joyful celebration of local authors, festive cheer, and perfect Christmas gifts.
Join us on Friday 5 December from 5.30 to 7.30pm for a magical evening…
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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Experience the magic of Christmas in Exeter. Our historic city is the perfect place to celebrate the festive season. The festivities start on the 14th November with the Christmas lights being turned on and 20th November sees the opening of the popular Cathedral Christmas Market.
Travel to Exeter by train, with Great Western Railway. Get inspiration with one of our suggested rail itineraries.
Exeter became the only UK destination in 2019 to be awarded UNESCO City of Literature status, recognised for its 1,000 year unbroken history of making books and popularising reading since the early 13th century.
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