1 Celebrating wordsmiths

Historic York again spends a whole fortnight celebrating the written word this March, with workshops and competitions for budding writers. Date 15-30 March 2019 Web yorkliteraturefestival.co.uk Stay at York Caravan Park Web www.yorkcaravanpark.com

2 Paddington’s favourite

Head to The World’s Original Marmalade Festival at Dalemain House, in Cumbria, to indulge in one of Paddington Bear’s favourite things. Date 16 March 2019 Web www.dalemain. com/marmalade-festival Stay at Waterfoot Park Web www.waterfootpark.co.uk

3 A way with words

Take in the beauty of Derwentwater at the annual Words by the Water Festival, with exhibitions, talks and workshops. Date 8-17 March 2019 Web www.wayswithwords.co.uk Stay at Derwentwater Camping and Caravanning Club Site Web www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk

4 Variety is the spice of life

With the renowned Mitchell Library as its base, you can expect a varied programme from the Aye Write! Glasgow Book Festival. Date To be confirmed Web www.ayewrite.com Stay at Strathclyde Country Park Caravan and Motorhome Club Site Web www.caravanclub.co.uk

5 Poetry in Cork

If poetry is your preference, don’t miss Cork International Poetry Festival: a great chance to explore this city alongside the talks and readings. Date 19-23 March 2019 Web www. corkpoetryfest.net Stay at Jasmine Villa Caravan and Camping Park Web www.camping-ireland.ie