Literary Britain: Top spots for book lovers

Charles Dickens Jane Austen Shakespeare Beatrix Potter: Great places in Britain to visit for book lovers

Bath, VisitBritain/Simon Winnall

2012 marks Charles Dickens' 200th birthday and to celebrate there are a range of events and exhibitions taking place across England.

As it's always a good time to explore Britain's literary history we've rounded up the top places for you to discover the worlds of Jane Austen, William Shakespeare, Beatrix Potter and more literary greats. Browse through the gallery below to see Britain's best places for book lovers.

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Literary Britain: Top spots for book lovers

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