South of France Writing Retreat
March 25-31, 2024, Prades, France
A blend of practical workshops on both fiction and non-fiction writing including such subjects as character development, memoir writing and dialogue, with hands-on story critiques (including participants’ works-in-progress), plus bespoke cultural excursions, live entertainment and authentic experiences of local wines and foods.

Travel Writing Retreat
May 20-26, 2024, Donegal, Ireland
Practical workshops on the art of travel writing plus a special focus on travel photography, a combination often required by magazine, newspaper and travel website editors. The course also includes excursions to places of special interest, both historical and cultural and invited speakers in diverse tourism sectors.

Summer Writing Retreat
June 17-23, 2024, Donegal, Ireland
A week-long, creative writing holiday with a difference – scenic walks, fascinating talks and daily practical writing and editing workshops – all in a land that time forgot, in probably the most beautiful part of Ireland of, an awe-inspiring landscape of islands, castles and thatched cottages. Plus lively, traditional Irish music performances; tuition in the Gaelic language and Irish ceildhe dancing lessons.

Autumn Writing Retreat
September 23-29, 2024, Donegal, Ireland
A week-long, creative writing holiday with a difference – scenic walks, fascinating talks and daily practical writing and editing workshops – all in a land that time forgot, in probably the most beautiful part of Ireland of, an awe-inspiring landscape of islands, castles and thatched cottages. Plus lively, traditional Irish music performances; tuition in the Gaelic language and Irish ceildhe dancing lessons.

To mark the occasion, our retreats will offer extra special treats, including commemorative gifts for all participants.

Early booking recommended as we can only take a maximum number of participants at each retreat.

Further info and to book here