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Write, Connect, Belong

Inclusive writing retreats and courses in Plymouth — affordable, welcoming, and inspiring.

A Relaxed, Welcoming Space for Every Writer

Inspired by Plymouth’s ocean horizon and the timeless pull of a blank page, Orwrite offers an inclusive space for writers to create, connect, and belong. Whether you’re picking up a pen for the first time or polishing your latest draft, our retreats and courses are designed to give you clarity, confidence, and community.

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Retreats

Retreats

Find your space to write — full-day and half-day retreats overlooking Plymouth Sound.

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Courses

Courses

From novels to poetry, join our six and twelve-week courses and unlock your creativity.

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Tips, inspiration, and writerly musings to keep you motivated between sessions.

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Featured Course:
Developing Your Novel Idea

Turn that spark of an idea into a fully mapped-out novel. In six weeks, explore character, plot, and structure so you’re ready to start writing with confidence.

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Introduction to Creative Writing

6 weeks course — £85

Experiment across poetry, prose, and drama while learning the fundamentals of storytelling. Ideal if you’re just starting out or want to reignite your creativity.

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Introduction to Writing for Children and Young Adults

6 week course — £85

Discover what makes stories resonate with younger readers, from age-appropriate structure to imaginative voice. Perfect for those with a budding idea or no clue where to start.

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Developing Your novel Idea

6 week course — £125

Turn that spark of an idea into a clear plan. Build characters, shape your world, and map out your story arc so you leave ready to begin your first chapter.

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Plymouth Writing Courses

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Writing by the Sea:
Finding Inspiration in Plymouth

Plymouth’s ocean horizon has long been a muse for storytellers. In this post, we explore how its coastal charm fuels creativity — and why it’s the perfect setting for a writing retreat.

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Full-Day Writing Retreats

Step away from life’s distractions and spend a full day immersed in your writing. With ocean views over Plymouth Sound, prompts for inspiration, and coffee on tap, our retreats give you the space to create.

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Upcoming Retreats

A place to meet. A space to write. From quiet ocean‑view days to focused half‑day bursts — pick what works for you.

Mini Writing Retreat

For busy writers who still want space to create

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Full Day Writing Retreat

Six hours of creativity with ocean views and a supportive community.

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Evening Retreat

Three hours of creativity with ocean views and a supportive community.

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Why Orwrite?

Writing can feel impossible when you’re staring at a blank page, surrounded by distractions. Orwrite was created to give you a welcoming, distraction-free space to write — with the support of a community that understands the joys and struggles of creativity.

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 ✔ Affordable, inclusive retreats and courses

 ✔ Stunning Plymouth locations with ocean views

 ✔ Supportive community of writers at every level

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The Perfect Time to Write? It doesn't exist.

We all know what it's like. You  want to write. You need to write. But there's always something more important to be doing. W ork ,...

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Writing Tips

Finding your tribe: Why every writer needs a writing community.

Have you ever felt like the writer that couldn’t write? Everything you write is drivel. If, that is, you manage to write anything at all....

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Just your notebook, laptop if you prefer, and an open mind! Tea, coffee, and creative prompts are provided.

  • Not at all — Orwrite is open to everyone from beginners to seasoned writers.

  • Most retreats are in Plymouth with views of the Sound, though occasional sessions may take place at other local venues.

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