Join us for
20 March 2027
Percy Community Centre
New King St,
Bath
BA1 2BN
10:00 - 14:30
Welcome to Bath
Bath is a city steeped in history, literature and creativity, making it the perfect setting for the Literary Escape Festival.
Join us for a welcoming day celebrating independent authors, small businesses and a community that shares a love of books. Whether you're discovering your next favourite read, meeting the writers behind the stories or browsing handmade bookish gifts, there's something here for every reader.
Whether you're local to Bath or travelling from further afield, we can't wait to welcome you to Literary Escape Festival Bath.
Event Information
Percy Community Centre has ramp access, an accessible toilet on the ground floor and lift access to the first-floor sports hall.
Charlotte Street Car Park is a nearby long-stay parking option, with designated Blue Badge spaces.
Bath also offers Park & Ride services for visitors travelling by car.
Refreshments are not available on site.
Dogs are not permitted inside with the exception of guide and assistance dogs.
Train: Bath Spa Railway Station is approximately a 15–20 minute walk from Percy Community Centre.
Bus: The nearest bus stops are Monmouth Place (services 4, 19, 21, 39, X39 and A4) and James Street West (including services 1, 4, 5, 5A, 19, 20, 39, X39 and A4).
Park & Ride service (21) serves Monmouth Place and James Street West.
Literary Escape Festival Bath 2026
Thank you to everyone who joined us in Bath on 21 March 2026 for a wonderful day filled with books, creativity, connection and community.
We loved bringing Literary Escape Festival to Bath and can't wait to return in March 2027!
5pm-8pm
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Authors
5pm-8pm
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Small Businesses
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Readers in 2026
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Ready to Join Us?
Book your tickets today and join us for a wonderful day filled with books, creativity and community as Literary Escape Festival returns to Bath! Meet incredible independent authors, discover your next favourite read, browse unique small businesses and experience what makes Literary Escape Festival so special.