Bournemouth Writing Sanctuary

Get away from the distractions of home and focus on improving and progressing your writing journey in our nurturing environment.

Get away from the distractions of home and focus on improving and progressing your writing journey in our nurturing environment.
Three days of writing, workshops, writing experts on tap and activities, all designed to improve the quality of your writing and get your word count up.

The Bournemouth Writing Sanctuary is perfect if you are writing fiction novels, whether you're just starting out, in the middle or nearing the end of your manuscript, this three-day writing escape offers a dedicated space to write with intention, get expert guidance from industry professionals, and connect with fellow writers.

All three days for £399 includes:

• The full experience of the Bournemouth Writing Sanctuary for all 3 days to hone and improve your writing and get your word count up.
• Expert-led writing workshops, focusing on a specific area of writing.
• Limited numbers for a personalised service.
• Expert support from four writing professionals including author E.L. Norry and creative writing lecturer Mark Rutter.
• Buffet lunch, drinks and refreshments during the three days.
• Friday night dinner.
• Guaranteed entry to the Saturday networking event.
• Pay in full or contact us about spreading payments.

Only 15 spaces available. Accommodation optional extra if you want to make it into an overnight writing retreat.

Only want to write? Daily passes available

If you are only looking for a quiet space to write surrounded by other writers, then we can offer a limited number of places in the sanctuary on each day. Choose which day you'd like to attend.

​£65 includes:

• One day at Patch for you to focus on writing without the distractions from home.
• Buffet lunch, drinks and refreshments.
• Entry to the Saturday networking event if buying the Saturday slot.
• Only 10 slots available per day.

This ticket does NOT include access to the workshops or dinner. We cannot guarantee access to the writing experts with this ticket.

PLUS: book in a 1-2-1 session with our writing experts! Get personalised advice and guidance to improve and progress YOUR writing. Details and booking on the Bournemouth Writing Sanctuary website.