World Book Day Destinations and Hotspots

Celebrate World Book Day with a literary adventure!                

Looking for some plans this World Book Day? Grab your favourite novel, jump on the bus, and head to one of these stunning locations or explore some literary hotspots.

All easily accessible via bus. 

Locations

Buchan County Park (Routes 23, 200, 10 Fastway)

Easily accessible by bus, Buchan County Park is the perfect destination for a date with a book this World Book Day. Get stuck into your current read and take in the breathtaking views of woodland and greenery surrounding you.

The Bookshop (Routes 400, 270, 84)

The Bookshop located in East Grinstead, is a quintessential English bookshop full to the brim of wonderful books, both new and second hand. A perfect spot to spend World Book Day surrounded by books available at your fingertips. 

Jubilee Library (Routes 270, 271, 272)

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and stop off at Jubilee Library this World Book Day for some quiet reading. Need some recommendations? Grab a title by Peter James, an international best-selling author who writes crime thrillers primarily set in Brighton and surrounding areas. You will recognise locations such as the lanes, the Pavilion and the pier which are regularly mentioned throughout his books.

Laughing Dog Worthing (Route 23)

Indulge in tasty food and endless cups of coffee paired with your favourite novel this World Book Day. The Laughing Dog in Worthing is the perfect spot to sit and read for hours on end. If you’re looking for something to read, grab a book by Pam Weaver who writes historical fiction set in Worthing during WW2. Throughout the book, you will recognise locations such as the beach and pier, which are regularly mentioned. 

Horsham Park (Multiple routes serve the Horsham area)

Relax and get lost in a book this World Book Day at Horsham Park. A stunning location to sit and read for hours on end. Want to read about the history of Horsham whilst you are there? Pick up Sylvia Barlow’s Horsham’s History and learn about the origin of the town. 

Make sure to keep an eye out for bus drivers dressed up as different book characters this World Book Day!