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Creative Writing for Wellbeing at Marcella House, Hythe

05 February 2026 - 10 December 2026

2PM - 4PM In person

Join a friendly and accessible group on Thursdays from 2 - 4 pm, using creative writing as a bridge to wellbeing through connection, discussion and making new work. Have a...

Writing for Page and Stage

09 February 2026

7pm-8.30pm

Writing for Page and Stage is an online, relaxed, interactive writing group for anyone aged 18+ who is interested in creative writing – no past experience necessary! Togeth...

Shed

10 February 2026

7:30PM

A multi-media theatre piece commissioned by Théâtre Volière and Norwich Arts Centre, Shed is set on the Suffolk Coast. Jack was born at the exact moment Bolton Wanderer’...

Writing for Wellbeing with Joanna Barnard

12 February 2026 - 20 November 2025

10:00AM - 12:00OM Online

An online creative writing group, led by Joanna Barnard, gathering to explore mental and emotional wellbeing. In a supportive and welcoming environment, the group uses poet...

Mask Off: Creative Writing for Neurodivergent Women

13 February 2026 - 27 March 2026

10AM-12PM In Person

A group for neurodivergent women to express their stories through creative writing. Join writer Susan L. Edser to develop your skills and confidence in creative writing,...

Creative Writing at Vita Nova

13 February 2026

10:30AM-12:30PM In Person

Led by Alice Flynn, a writer, theatremaker, and well-being practitioner, the group uses writing to support well-being. It helps us express ourselves and to explore ideas an...

Creative Writing for Wellbeing at The Hollies, New Milton

16 February 2026 - 07 December 2026

2PM-4PM In person

Getting out, taking part in an activity, learning new skills, setting goals, and connecting with other people are steps the NHS recognise as leading towards improved mental...

Write a Note - Open Mic

16 February 2026

7.30pm, MAST Mayflower Studios Café/Bar

Write a Note, in association with ArtfulScribe, offers a monthly platform for poetry, spoken word, and live literature to find new audiences in a warm, and supportive envir...

Writing as Spiritual Practice

17 February 2026 - 23 June 2026

10AM-12PM In Person

Join a community on the field of language and literature to share thoughts, speech, and acts of writing Writing as Spiritual Practice returns with an invitation to cultiva...

Mayflower Creative Writers - 15-18s (Academic Years 10-13)

17 February 2026 - 24 March 2026

6-7:30PM, Mayflower Studios, Southampton

Learn what it takes to create characters, settings and storylines as we explore scriptwriting, creating monologues, duologues and performances through workshops and masterc...

Junior Writers' Club online

19 February 2026

5-6pm

A fun writing club for 14 and under to explore writing and engage in creative activities. It's an online club that meets on Thursday evenings at 5 pm and includes writing g...

Mayflower Young Writers - 7-10s & 11-14s

21 February 2026 - 21 March 2026

9.30am-1:00PM, Mayflower Studios, Southampton

Do you like writing? Would you like to work with a professional writer and find out more about different genres and techniques? Come and get involved with ArtfulScribe’s...

Forest Arts Junior and Young Writers 7-10 & 11-14

07 March 2026

9.30AM-1:00PM, Forest Arts Centre, New Milton

A safe and supportive space for 7-10 and 11-14 year olds to develop their voices, be creative, and write. Do you enjoy writing? Would you like to develop your skills or be...

Lighthouse Young Writers, Dorset

07 March 2026

9.30-1030 (7-10), 11.00-1230 (11-14) and 1pm - 2.30pm (15-18)

Do you like creative writing? Are you aged between 7-18? Then you need to sign up to Young Writers! As a Lighthouse Young Writer, you will get the chance to attend ...

LitFest26 - Acts of Resistance

13 March 2026 - 15 March 2026

Litfest26: Acts of Resistance shines a light on writing’s capacity to call for action or inspire change through performance, poetry and prose. Featuring keynote talks, wor...

Mask Off: Creative Writing for Neurodivergent Women

27 March 2026

10AM-12PM In Person

A group for neurodivergent women to express their stories through creative writing. Join writer Susan L. Edser to develop your skills and confidence in creative writing,...