Bookings for the 2022 School are now open for
Friends of Swanwick priority booking
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Normal bookings will open on 1st February

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

Bookings for the 2022 Summer School are now open for Friends of Swanwick.
​Regular bookings for all will open on 1 February 2022.
Please book early to avoid disappointment.
Prices are inclusive of all meals, break-time refreshments, lectures, courses,
​workshops, groups and entertainment – there are no hidden extras.
"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.