In an increasingly digital world, Hawkwood's arts and creativity programme offers the perfect antidote to our on-screen lives. We are proud to run courses with expert tutors that give you the opportunity to create something completely unique to you.

Wander: A Celebration of Walking 🥾 Join us from 3rd-4th November for this two-day gathering inviting you to walk with greater curiosity, encounter new ideas and discover where walking might lead. With leading writers, walkers, thinkers and practitioners. www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

Writing for Uncertain Times. 13-16 September at @hawkwoodcft.bsky.social This four-day course explores the power of imagination and how we can use creative writing to refresh a vision of what is possible through poetry, story and memoir. www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

Exciting! I’ve just seen the proofs of our new book 'Future Flow: imagine the possibilities' co-edited with Alicia Carey CEO @hawkwoodcft.bsky.social published by Bath Spa University Press. Thanks to 25+! amazing offerings from artists, authors, poets, environmentalists, philosophers and more! 💚🍀

Join @unheimlichmanvr.bsky.social and I at @hawkwoodcft.bsky.social. Courses also feature guest speakers including bestselling author @emiliahart.bsky.social and renowned literary agent @megdavis.bsky.social and our next one runs 17-20 September. www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

We are so excited for our brand-new summer camp for families coming this August! Suitable for children aged 5+ and designed to bring your families together, get your imagination flowing and explore the natural world. 📆 21st - 23rd August Find out more: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/.../prog.../...

Writing for Uncertain Times. A residential course. 13-16th Sept With Lucy English, John Strachan and guest Liv Torc How to explore the power of imagination through creative writing and refresh a vision of what is possible via poetry, story and memoir. www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

We are so excited to announce our new summer camp for families, WILDWOOD! Suitable for children aged 5+, together you will take part in creative activities to get your imaginations flowing, explore the natural world and make new friends. Find out more: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

We’re excited to announce that our midweek guest speaker for Writing Memoir: Connecting the Self to the World is author and journalist, Sophie Heawood! Date: Monday 11th - Friday 15th May Click the link to find out more and book your place: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

There is just over ONE MONTH to go until our May Day Festival! We can't wait to celebrate the role of arts and creativity in climate action with our wonderful community 🎪 The day will be full of workshops, live music, talks, tours, food & family activities: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

The days are getting brighter and Hawkwood is looking more and more beautiful in the sunshine☀️🌸 Did you know that our grounds are open for you to come and explore our peaceful surroundings and wander through our woodlands?🌿

We're Hiring! 🧑‍🍳 We are looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen and oversee the preparation of nourishing food for our retreats and courses. Swipe to find out more and click the link to download the job pack: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/about-us/vac... 📆 Deadline: 10th April

CALL FOR TRUSTEES! Are you interested in education, the environment and the arts? We are looking for 3 trustees to join our board to help ensure Hawkwood is governed with care and vision. Click here to find out more: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/about-us/vac... 📆 Application deadline: 13th April

As we celebrate International Women’s Day, Alicia, our CEO, shares our founding story. Hawkwood's story is particularly meaningful as we were founded by 2 women, Lily Whincop and Margaret Bennell, who together created a truly special place. Watch the video here: www.instagram.com/reel/DVnnjH2...

Stall Holders Wanted! 🎉 We are looking for stall holders who sell local and ethically made products for our May Day Festival on 4th May For more details please contact Sarah on ceoassistant@hawkwoodcollege.co.uk Find out more about our May Day Festival: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/.../may-day-...

Join us for three days of Nature and Environmental Writing at @hawkwoodcft.bsky.social March 12-15. @nickhuntscrutiny.bsky.social and I will be leading writing workshops, tutorials and giving support to writers of all ages and stages. If you mention Nick or myself while booking, (1)

Hawkwood's May Day Festival returns on Monday 4th May 🎪 We're delighted to be bringing back our May Day Festival, which celebrates creativity and climate. With workshops, live music, talks, tours, delicious food and joyful celebration. Find out more here: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

We so excited to share our programme of Writing Retreats and Courses at Hawkwood for 2026! Whether you’re looking to start a new project, returning to something unfinished, or ready to work towards publication, Hawkwood’s writing retreats and courses offer you the time, space and expert guidance 📚

We're delighted to announce that Sarah Dunant, bestselling author of The Marchesa will be our mid-week guest speaker on our next self-guided writing retreat! 📆 Monday 26th - Friday 20th January. HURRY - only two places left! Book your place here: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

If you fancy learning the dark arts of writing crime and historical fiction, the wonderful @stephmerritt.bsky.social and I will be tutoring a 5 day course at the lovely @hawkwoodcft.bsky.social in March. Book now! www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

As we round-up the year, we have so much to celebrate! In our newsletter, we take a look back at some of our 2025 highlights, including creative artist residencies, a brand-new library, features in The Sunday Times and Cotswold Life exciting new partnerships and more! mailchi.mp/hawkwoodcoll...

HAWKWOOD'S 2026 PROGRAMME 🎉 We're so excited to unveil our January - June 2026 Programme - and a vibrant new look to go with it: full of colour, energy and the creative spirit that makes Hawkwood unique! Scroll through our brochure here: hawkwood.s3.eu-central-1.wasabisys.com/ae945f97bc4b...

We're thrilled to share that bestselling author Rachel Joyce will be our mid-week guest speaker on our self-guided writing retreat next week at Hawkwood. A warm, focused space for writers at any stage. 📆 1–5 Dec - hurry, only 4 places left! Book: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

A rare Sprackland double-header – Jean and I will be co-tutoring a course at Hawkwood @hawkwoodcft.bsky.social in March, on drawing poetry out of personal raw material. Open for booking now. www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

Today is World Mental Health Day. We are sharing this video, which allows you a couple of minutes to walk through our peaceful woodlands and engage in quiet meditation. Spending time outdoors can offer calm and a gentle reminder to take care of ourselves and each other🌳💚 youtu.be/D74l-VpJELs

Hawkwood: Moments of Stillness - The Woods

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There are still a couple of places left on this residential writing retreat being led by Nick Hunt & myself at @hawkwoodcft.bsky.social Students will read, write, walk, workshop & write some more... all in a supportive & creative environment. From Oct 17-19: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

Travel and Nature Writing

Finding the Words for the Journey: How Travel and Nature can be turned into Prose. On this weekend residential course, tutors Nick Hunt and Joanna Pocock will introduce you to travel and nature writi...

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With 3 months to go until Christmas(!), it's time to start planning for the festive season. At Hawkwood, celebrate with our dining and festive packages designed for every occasion, from family gatherings to your office Christmas parties. Find out more: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/venue-hire/f...

🍎🍐 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 🍎🍐 We are looking for volunteers to join us in our Victorian Kitchen Garden for an Apple and Pear Pressing Weekend. Refreshments provided - please bring your own lunch, outdoor clothes & suitable footwear. Take home some of your own Hawkwood juice at the end of the weekend!

If you are still thinking about booking onto Roman's course this weekend, why not add Bed & Breakfast to your booking? We have a few places remaining and you also have the option to extend your stay with us this weekend! Click here to book your place: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

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How can we be good ancestors? How might rethinking time inspire change and hope? Join bestselling philosopher and author @romankrznaric.bsky.social for a one-day course exploring past and future possibilities. 📅 Saturday 20th Sept 2025, 9:30am - 5:00pm 🔗 www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

Join us for The Art of City Making - an immersive residency exploring how creativity can reshape our cities and societies in times of uncertainty 🏙️ Guided by prominent figure in the city arena, Charles Landry. 📆 5th - 7th Nov 2025. Book your place here: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

The Art of City Making

Join urban pioneer Charles Landry for an immersive two-day residency exploring how creativity can reshape our cities and societies in times of uncertainty. This participatory symposium draws on decade...

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