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writing courses, holidays and retreats

Abri Creative Writing
based: Languedoc, France
website: www.abricreativewriting.com
A diverse program of writing holidays set in the lush Cévennes mountains of the Languedoc region of France, offering an oasis of natural beauty where writers can get down to the business of their craft without the distractions of crowds, traffic or TV. Abri is the writing wing of Gardoussel Retreat.
| writing | poetry | retreats | vegetarian | yoga | ayurveda | France |

Agriturismo Villa La Rogaia
based: Umbria, Italy
website: www.rogaia.com
Offering a wide range of creative classes including cookery, wine tasting, dancing, painting, sculpting, writing, guided walking, herbal tours and olive picking. Classes take place at Villa La Rogaia, an outstanding wheelchair friendly country house in Umbria with pool. They serve delicious food with products from their organic farm.
| dancing (mixed styles) | salsa | cookery | painting/drawing | sculpture/carving | herbalism | wine appreciation/tasting | Italian language | writing | for people with a disability | olive picking/harvest | Italy |

CAMAC
based: Champagne, France
website: www.camac.org
Residency program for writers and visual artists from all countries and disciplines (including writing, painting, sculpture, architecture, design, multi-media, illustration, music and dance) for periods of one to six months. Also affordable short-term artists retreats for stays of one week or more. Located in the village of Marnay-sur-seine within the scenic Champagne-Ardenne region of France.
| writing | retreats | painting/drawing | sculpture/carving | film/video | architectural | France |

Chateau Ventenac
based: Languedoc, France
website: chateauventenac.com/courses
Courses and retreats that combine a luxurious holiday with an opportunity to develop a skill or talent. Offering a wide range of professionally tutored courses complemented by first class accommodation and food and wine of an impeccable standard. Stunning views, overlooking the Canal du Midi in the Languedoc region of France.
| writing | poetry | felt making/felt work | wine appreciation/tasting | wine tours | cookery | painting/drawing | reiki | French language | France |

Facilitutors.com
based: France
website: facilitutors.com
Facilitutors offer all sorts of courses for all sorts of people. For you, your children and your staff. For life, for leisure and for business. Whether you want to write a song and make music in rural France, brush up your French, write in the Languedoc, relax on a yoga retreat, study garden design or learn to fly.
| music playing courses | singing courses | theatre/shows | musicals | writing | French language | gardening | yoga | light aircraft | hang-gliding/microlighting | France |

French House Party (The)
based: Worcestershire, UK
website: frenchhouseparty.co.uk
Cookery, arts or leisure holidays in high-class private property near Carcassonne with great French cuisine and wines. Recommended in "100 World's Best Vacations" book. Eight-bedroomed accommodation has pool, tennis and boules. Tutored courses include painting, books, creative writing, singing, movie-making and Gastro Academy with top French chefs.
| groups | weekends/short breaks | singing courses | film and video | painting/drawing | mixed media | keep-fit/gym/fitness breaks | wine appreciation/tasting | writing | cookery | gastronomic | team building/management courses | France |

 Grange by the Sea (The)
based: Isle of Wight, UK
website: www.thegrangebythesea.com
The Grange by the Sea, Isle of Wight, is an offshoot of Skyros Holistic Holidays. Specialising in short breaks with a wide range of courses including writing, life coaching, yoga, singing, dance and more. The Grange is listed in the AA's Best British B&B Guide and offers 4-star accommodation.
| self development | yoga | writing | painting/drawing | weekends/short breaks | singles holidays | Christmas/New Year | singing courses | salsa | UK |

Les Chuquets – Writing France
based: Auvergne, France
website: www.writingfrance.com
Creative, relaxing and inspiring holidays in the Massif du Sancy, France. 'Writing France' at Les Chuquets Chambres D'Hotes offer a selection of individually tailored creative and relaxing retreats. Situated in a mountain village on a basalt peak, overlooking the valley of the Haute Dordorge and the Spa town of La Bourboule.
| writing | patchwork/quilting | France |

Limnisa
based: Methana, Greece
website: www.limnisa.com
In a secluded bay with its own private beach on an unspoilt, unknown Greek island, Limnisa offers writing seminars, silent retreats and personal retreats. For those who can appreciate the simplicity, the purity and the calmness of the place and get inspired by it.
| writing | retreats | meditation | self development | Greece |

 Paxos Life Activities Ltd
based: West Sussex, UK
website: paxoslife.co.uk
Creative writing, self-development, painting, photography and yoga holidays on the tiny, unspoilt Greek island of Paxos, the ideal location for anyone wanting to develop their creative powers to the full or simply relax. Accommodation in lovely shared villas with pools. Ideal for single travellers. Flexible yacht charter also available.
| writing | yoga | painting/drawing | photographic | self development | singles holidays | sailing (small boat/yacht) | Greece |

Rhodes Writing Retreat
based: South Rhodes, Greece
website: www.rhodeswritingretreat.com
Fun and inspirational creative writing holidays offering an excellent, revitalizing balance of professional tuition, optional activities and cultural trips with still time to explore the charming village of Gennadi, beautiful countryside and pristine beaches or simply kick back in traditional comfort whilst enjoying the company of like-minded people.
| writing | retreats | Greece |

 Skyros
based: Isle of Wight, UK
website: skyros.com
Inspirational holistic holidays in idyllic locations. Over 150 courses with experienced facilitators in Greece, Cuba, Thailand and Cambodia. Sailing, creative writing, yoga, dance, life-coaching and much more. Like-minded people, delicious food, exuberant nightlife and an informal relaxed atmosphere. Holidays to fire the imagination, uplift the spirit and recharge the body.
| holistic/wellness/wellbeing | self development | yoga | writing | singles holidays | singing courses | massage | salsa | Thailand | Cuba | Cambodia | Greece |

 Warner Leisure Hotels
based: Hertfordshire, UK
website: Warner Be Inspired
Creative holidays at stunning locations in England and Wales. The wide range of breaks includes writers weekends, poetry for pleasure, painting and drawing, calligraphy, creative writing, flower arranging, willow weaving, pottery and decorating ceramics, digital photography etc. – all with expert teachers. Breaks also include good food and live entertainment every night.
| painting/drawing | calligraphy | photographic | country crafts | sculpture/carving | paper crafts | pottery/ceramics | wood crafts | flower arranging and floral design | writing | poetry | England | Wales |

 Windbreak House Writing Retreats
based: South Dakota, USA
website: www.windbreakhouse.com
Writing retreats on a family cattle ranch in the grasslands of western South Dakota; hosted by writer and poet Linda Hasselstrom. Windbreak House offers a writing retreat, rather than a workshop, so there is no set class schedule; Linda helps you learn about your own writing habits and offers analysis and comments.
| writing | USA |

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 Art Workshops in Guatemala
based: Minnesota, USA
website: www.artguat.org
We offer workshops in the arts as part of a unique and well-planned travel experience.
| weaving | painting/drawing | photographic | writing | gardening | beadwork | Guatemala |

 Arvon Foundation
based: UK
website: www.arvonfoundation.org
A registered charity offering a programme of residential creative writing courses taught by professional writers.
| writing | poetry | UK |

 Bica Boa Writing Retreats
based: Algarve, Portugal
website: www.lisaselvidge.com
All-inclusive writing retreat in the Algarve; stimulate your imagination, relax your mind and refresh your senses.
| writing | Portugal |

 Creative Writing Classes
based: Oaxaca, Mexico
website: www.creativewritingclasses.us
Creative writing retreats in Mexico with Donna Hanelin, published poet and writer; including story writing retreats.
| writing | Mexico |

 Creative Writing Courses in France
based: Lot, France
website: www.voyagerfrance.com
Come with an idea, develop characters, structure and a solid foundation. Leave confident, inspired and motivated.
| writing | France |

Dingle Writing Courses
based: Co Kerry, Ireland
website: www.dinglewritingcourses.ie
Residential creative writing and poetry weekends on the beautiful Dingle peninsula, with professional writers.
| poetry | writing | Ireland |

 Horton WHC – Holidays for Women and Children
based: North Yorkshire, UK
website: www.hortonwhc.org.uk
A women's co-op offering holidays for women on their own or with children, also themed weekends such as writing, poetry, reading, music, drumming etc.
| women only | single parent holidays | poetry | writing | music appreciation | UK |

 Lindum Heritage
based: Lincolnshire, UK
website: www.lindumheritage.co.uk
Quality short breaks focused on archaeology and history, small groups, practical activities.
| archeological tours | historical tours | archeological digs | genealogy/family history | writing | England |

 Literary Consultancy (The)
based: London, UK
website: www.literaryadventures.co.uk
Creative writing holidays in a mesmerising setting run by TLC Literary Adventures.
| writing | literary appreciation | poetry | Spain |

 Penzance Arts Club
based: Cornwall, UK
website: www.penzanceartsclub.co.uk
Penzance Arts Club presents writing and painting holidays, with tuition and Bed & Breakfast.
| painting/drawing | writing | UK |

 River of Words Retreat
based: Utah, USA
website: www.riverofwordsretreat.com
Luxurious writing/creativity retreat in a spectacular setting on the Colorado River.
| writing | USA |

 Top Left Corner
based: Highland, Scotland, UK
website: top-left-corner.blogspot.com
Week-long poetry and writing retreats in a glorious environment in the Scottish Highlands.
| writing | poetry | Scotland |

South Dornaford Farm
based: Devon, UK
website: www.holistic-courses.co.uk
Family run retreat centre offering courses in tai chi, dance, movement, art, singing, writing, and meditation.
| tai chi | mandalas | alexander technique | writing | singing courses | England |

 thewordtravels
based: Dorset, UK
website: www.thewordtravels.com
Literary and cultural tours, walks and creative breaks in Britain and Europe.
| literary tours | writing | walking/trekking/hiking | UK | Europe |

 Ty Newydd
based: Gwynedd, Wales, UK
website: www.tynewydd.org
The National Writers' Centre for Wales offering residential courses in writing, poetry and drama as well as writers retreats and Welsh language courses.
| writing | poetry | storytelling | retreats | television/radio | Welsh language | Wales |

 Writing Horse (The)
based: Hampshire, UK
website: www.writing-andalucia.com
The Writing Horse provides creative writing courses for horse lovers in Andalucia.
| writing | riding | Spain |

Zarka Centre
based: Evia, Greece
website: www.zarkacentre.com
Diverse range of courses based around the theme of 'Health and Creativity'.
| shiatsu | herbalism | botanical | writing | geological | Greece |