Immerse Yourself with Macdonald Hotels' Literary Links

As you relax on your well-earned break it is nice to flick open the pages of a good book, but why not take a little time to live in the author’s world by visiting the scene of the novel?

Macdonald Hotels around the country have an abundance of literary connections. Why not stay at Macdonald Alveston Manor in Stratford-Upon-Avon and indulge in some Shakespearean history or for the more modern readers, Macdonald Linden Hall’s close ties with Harry Potter at Alnwick Castle will certainly delight fans of all ages!

Shakespeare’s, Stratford-upon-Avon

Stratford-upon-Avon is steeped in Shakespearean history, nowhere more so than the picturesque Macdonald Alveston Manor. Set in its own grounds but only a few minutes walk from Stratford town centre, the Macdonald Alveston Manor is one of the finest bases from which to explore the area. The original hotel comprises a beautiful Tudor building with many authentic features, whilst the gardens boast an ancient Cedar Tree under which, rumour has it, the first performance of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' was given. Bed & breakfast start from £75 per room, per night based on two people sharing.

Jane Austen’s Bath Experience

Come and stay at the luxurious five star Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel and literally visit a city unchanged since Austen’s time there. The houses where Austen lived and the settings for the novels Northanger Abbey and Persuasion can all still be seen within a mile radius of the Jane Austen Centre, so why not take one of the walking tours whilst staying at the Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel? Bed and full continental buffet breakfast from £149 per room, per night based on two people sharing a double or twin.

Inspector Morse, Oxford

Stay at the Oxford city’s only five star hotel and follow in the footsteps of the city's celebrated TV detective Inspector Morse, created by Oxford author, Colin Dexter. Tours can be booked from the hotel. Rooms at the Randolph start at £170 based on two people sharing a classic double or twin room, bed & breakfast.

Harry’s Hogwarts, Northumberland

Experience the exceptional comfort of Macdonald Linden Hall, Golf & Country Club, Northumberland located near the mighty medieval fortress of Alnwick Castle. Set in a stunning landscape, this magical castle dominates the skyline and overlooks the historic market town of Alnwick. For Harry Potter fans this is the place to visit with daily Harry Potter tours. The castle featured as Harry’s school 'Hogwarts' in the famous films. Whatever age or interests there is plenty to see and do. Bed & breakfast start from £99 per room, per night based on two people sharing a double or twin .

Riveting Rebus in Edinburgh

20 years after Ian Rankin first introduced Inspector Rebus to the world, why not enter the world of the gritty detective, who appears once more in Rankin’s latest novel ‘The Naming of the Dead’. Stay at Macdonald Holyrood Hotel, next to the Scottish Parliament building and opposite the Scotsman newspaper building, and venture out to see Arden Street where Rebus lives, his drinking haunt, the Oxford Bar, and Mary Kings Close, the site of the opening scene in ‘Mortal Causes’. Or you could jump on board the Edinburgh Literary Tour bus, which operates throughout the summer, during which professional actors provide an entertaining dramatised commentary into the work of authors from Robert Louis Stevenson to Irving Welsh. Bed & breakfast start from £119 per room, per night based on two people sharing a double or twin .

To book please call 0844 879 9000 or visit www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk