• "I love talking to other writers who know what I am going through and having a shared writing experience."
• "Lovely venue – quiet with much-loved surroundings."

In-person: buy a ticket for each day you’ll attend. Do cancel or let us know if circumstances alter. You can of course switch to online, or skip a session, but do let me know, so I know how many coming per session.

Online: just one ticket needed: same Zoom link for all sessions (sent when you buy ticket)

10 am - 1 pm, 2 pm - 4.30 pm Sat 6 June
10 am - 2.30 pm Sun 7 June

Welcome to the peaceful, bright surrounds of the Greenhouse, Victoria Park, for our quarterly Writing Retreats. Write alongside beginners and published authors. Come in person or join the Zoom link sent out with tickets. Coffee, tea and biscuits provided (and Café nearby).
• "Enjoyed meeting other writers, being in a harmonious environment."

(Find the Greenhouse between the Café in the Park and the aviary.
Parking: cheapest nearby is St. Johns Cathedral, Bishop Crispian Way, PO1 3HQ.
Portsmouth & Southsea station a five-minute walk.
Park & Ride bus from M275 drops beside Victoria Park)
- “Enjoyed being challenged and encouraged.”
- “Thank you. It’s incredibly helpful to have such a supportive space and I appreciate the welcome.”
- “Reignited something in my soul.”

How does a writing retreat work? Bring your work-in-progress or start with a writing prompt. Take part in timed writing sessions. Whether writing a novel, a blog, or just getting unblocked, this is a constructive way to get words on the page. Attend one morning, or both. Goal-setting targets, encouragement, and the camaraderie that such a solitary calling often lacks.

- “Amazing how the writing prompts so often led into just the bit of writing I was struggling with.”

Make the most of your inspirations. Get words on the page.

- “I edited 5000 words in a weekend.”