We are delighted to be part of the Amazon Literary Partnership this year,
with the funds supporting our TopWrite and Assisted Places schemes.
You can find details of the Amazon Literary Partnership grants here.

Welcome to Swanwick Writers' Summer School: 13-19 August 2022

"Swanwick was both welcoming and inclusive ... It was like finding my tribe!"
The Writers' Summer School - known simply as 'Swanwick' to writers the world over - is legendary for the warmth of its welcome. ​If you love writing then Swanwick offers you the opportunity to learn new skills, hone existing ones, explore your creativity, make new friends, perform your poetry, sing, act, dance, laugh or even write.

Join us in 2022 from Saturday 13th to Friday 19th August for:
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An extensive choice of Courses, Talks, and Workshops
  • Inspirational Guest Speakers
  • Optional one-to-one sessions with tutors
  • Scriptwriting and performance opportunities with Page to Stage
  • Selling your books through our Book Room 
  • Superb evening entertainment including buskers night and poetry open mic
  • Win one of three free places in our short story and poetry competition 
  • Assisted places available through grants and TopWrite.  
All of the above including excellent food and accommodation for a great value price!
Coming for the first time? See our Frequently Asked Questions for more details about the week.