The Literary Escape Festival is coming to Bath for the very first time on Saturday 21 March 2026, bringing together readers, authors, small businesses, and creatives for a day celebrating books, storytelling, and community.
Following a successful debut in Edinburgh , the festival continues its UK tour, arriving in Bath to inspire and connect book lovers in one of the country’s most literary cities. The event will take place at Percy Community Centre, located in the heart of Bath and easily accessible from the city centre and Bath Spa train station.
The Literary Escape Festival is a day dedicated to discovering independent authors, local makers, and unique small businesses. Visitors can expect a vibrant marketplace featuring a range of genres, from fantasy and romance to crime and poetry alongside handmade crafts, gifts, and bookish treasures.
Throughout the day, attendees will have the opportunity to:
Meet and chat with indie authors about their writing journeys
Discover new books and creative businesses
Attend engaging talks and signings
Browse handmade and book-themed products created by talented local crafters and small businesses
Connect with fellow readers and creatives who share a passion for stories and imagination
The festival began in Edinburgh in 2025, where it was met with incredible enthusiasm and community support. One attendee described it as:
“An excellent event full of amazingly diverse indie authors and bibliophile goodies! Brilliantly paced with a chance to meet and chat to all the authors about their passion. Absolutely unmissable.”
Now, the Literary Escape Festival is bringing that same sense of creativity and connection to Bath, a city with a rich literary heritage and a thriving artistic scene.
Whether you’re an avid reader, an aspiring writer, a small business owner, or simply someone who loves discovering something new, this festival offers a welcoming space to explore, connect, and celebrate the joy of storytelling.
Join us for a day filled with creativity, community, and the magic of books. The Literary Escape Festival Bath 2026 is more than just an event, it’s a celebration of stories and the people who bring them to life.
