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writing courses, holidays and retreats

 7DayWonder
based: Devon, UK
website: www.7daywonder.com
Special interest holidays near Girona in Catalonia, including creative writing, stand-up comedy and singing courses. Or try their wine & food weekend tours: The New Catalonia  or a 'booklovers' literary week. 7daywonder choose inspirational settings complemented by quality food and professional tutors.
| writing | singing courses | comedy | art appreciation | wine tours | literary appreciation | Spain |

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 |

Chateau de Fayolle
based: Dordogne, France
website: www.chateaudefayolle.com
Chateau de Fayolle offers courses that will help you to develop your skills in creative writing or painting and drawing, as well as self-development management breaks. They promise first class tuition, good company, great food and luxury accommodation in beautiful surroundings in the Dordogne area of France.
| painting/drawing | writing | self development | France |

Chateau Ventenac
based: Languedoc, France
website: www.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 | relaxation | reiki | French language | France |

Facilitutors.com
based: France
website: www.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 learn to paint in rural France, to cook in a historic Château, write in the Languedoc, design and make your own jewellery or appreciate wine.
| painting/drawing | pottery/ceramics | jewellery making | glass crafts/stained glass | sculpture/carving | wood crafts | cookery | gastronomic | wine appreciation | feltmaking | writing | 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 | 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 |

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: www.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 shared villas or course only. Ideal for single travellers. Flexible yacht charter also available.
| writing | yoga | painting/drawing | photographic | self development | singles holidays | holistic holidays | sailing (small boat/yacht) | Greece |

 Spirit of Life Holistic Holidays
based: Peloponnese, Greece
website: www.thespiritoflife.co.uk
Holistic holidays in Greece. Time to relax and recharge in a beautiful setting of mountains and sea (and sun most of the year). Spirit of Life offer yoga, yoga with walking, tai chi, creative writing, bee keeping, meditation and dream healing retreats and holidays.
| holistic holidays | yoga | meditation | retreats | tai chi | walking/trekking/hiking | writing | sacred sites | vegetarian | Greece |

 Retreats For You
based: Devon, UK
website: www.deborahdooleyjournalist.co.uk
Writers retreats and walking holidays; Retreats For You offers comfortable rooms with desks, kettles, cotton linen and fluffy towelling robes. Plus homecooked food, a log fire and a very warm welcome. For writers, walkers, cyclists, fishing enthusiasts and anyone who needs relaxation and some TLC. B&B, half-board or full board.
| writing | retreats | walking/trekking/hiking | unguided walking | UK |

 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 holidays | self development | yoga | writing | singles holidays | singing courses | massage | salsa | Thailand | Cuba | Cambodia | Greece |

The Wordmeadow Writing Courses
based: Haute-Savoie, France
website: www.wordmeadow.com
Writing courses in the village of Samoens in the French Alps led by professional writers, experienced in tutoring. Whether you wish to find a retreat in which to write, want to be stimulated to take your work in new directions or even if you've never written before, the stunning location is bound to inspire.
| writing | poetry | France |

 Tropical Escapes
based: Castries, St. Lucia
website: www.tropicalescapes.biz
From the exhilarating to the serene, these personal and group retreats stimulate inner and outer renewal while inspiring lasting change to your health and well-being. The retreats integrate health, fitness, personal and spiritual growth, adventure, relaxation and cultural exposure, all while supporting sustainable tourism and giving back to the community.
| retreats | yoga | writing | diet/nutrition | relaxation | meditation | holistic holidays | diving/snorkeling | walking/trekking/hiking | Jamaica | St. Lucia | Dominica |

 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 |

Write in Languedoc
based: Languedoc, France
website: www.write-in-languedoc.com
Creative writing holidays and retreats for beginners and experienced writers in poetry or prose, offering encouragement, inspiration, workshops, literary appreciation, excellent food, and wine tasting and tours. A weekend or a week: time for your writing, for meeting other writers, and for exploring a historic village in the vineyards.
| writing | poetry | literary appreciation | tailor-made | wine appreciation/tasting | wine tours | France |

 Writing Space (The)
based: Stirlingshire, Scotland, UK
website: www.thewritingspace.com
Weekend and five day writing retreats in Scotland in gorgeous hideaway locations. Offering writing prompts and group writing exercises, plus time and space to walk, read, eat, enjoy good company, journal and write. Great for getting into the flow of words, writing, creativity and life.
| writing | Scotland |

 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 |

 Burton Manor
based: Cheshire, UK
website: www.burtonmanor.com
Offering short courses and summer schools covering a very diverse range of interests.
| aromatherapy | belly dance/Middle Eastern | music playing courses | singing courses | comedy | writing | UK |

 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 |

 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 |