If you're in the North-East.... here's advance notice of a National Trust literary walk on Wed 2 May. I'll be leading a group of people through Allen Banks, where Mr Woodreeve's Reflection is set, with readings and explanation of the special places. We'll end up for tea and biscuits in the cottage where much of the novel takes place - and where signed copies of the novel can be bought! If you've not discovered already where Mr Woodreeve meets the Forster family, this is your chance to find out.

Booking is essential - visit nationaltrust.org.uk/events for more details.