Locations in literature

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England’s fair and pleasant land has shaped and inspired great literary classics for centuries. Authors have delighted our imaginations with their incredible stories and unforgettable characters. Find out more about England's novel places...

 

 

 

East Midlands

Victory of Eagles

Home to the Peak District, one of the most arousing locations in England.

East of England

Hiding from the Light

Here you'll find Aldeburgh, Constable country and other locations to invigorate you.

England's Northwest

The Grafton Girls

From the city streets of Liverpool to the drama of The Lake District this region has stories aplenty.

Heart of England

To Have and to Hold

The region where JRR Tolkien called home, which so greatly influenced his Middle Earth stories.

London

Ratcatcher

Our capital city has been inspiring writers and other artists for centuries.

North East England

The Last Kingdom

History and dramatic landscapes speak volumes in the literary works that have come from this region.

South East England

The Firemaster's Mistress

There is so much to marvel at here from the sensuous curves of the South Downs to the quirky city of Brighton and more.

South West

Arthur C Clarke

Magical rockpools and beautiful beaches are sure to help your imagination sail.

Yorkshire

Barbara Taylor Bradford

What could be more darkly romantic than the home of Dracula himself?

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