FROM October 3-12 the Imperial Square and Montpellier Gardens in Cheltenham come alive with the unique atmosphere that is Cheltenham Literature Festival.

This year’s stellar line up features the likes of Dame Judi Dench, Kevin Pietersen, John Cleese, Damian Lewis, Caitlin Moran and Kevin Bridges, to name but a few.

The 2014 fiction focused programme includes no fewer than seven Man Booker Prize Winners, literary giants such as Hilary Mantel, David Mitchell, Ian McEwan, Martin Amis and Margaret Atwood promise an unforgettable festival.

This year the Spiegeltent, situated on the Montpellier Gardens site boasts a decadent selection of unique events.

From lunch with Valentine Warner to an evening of Indian entertainment with Hardeep Singh Kohli, from afternoon tea with The Archers to wine and whisky tasking, there is something for everyone.

The box office has moved and is now located at 15 Suffolk Parade, Cheltenham.

Check out www.cheltenhamfestivals.com.literature for full details Always allow plenty of time before your event: If you are collecting tickets please bring a copy of your confirmation email to speed up the collection process.