Raise the Bar: 2026 Writing Retreats
Raise the Bar’s 2026 writing retreats are now open for applications! Supported by Arts Council England, these are an opportunity to refresh, meet other creatives, create new work, enjoy world-class tutoring and learn key career skills to take your practice to the next level.
✅ Priority for poets in South West England (other writers can still apply and join the waiting list)
✅ Courses specifically for different levels of experience: all levels / emerging+ and post-emerging poets.
✅ Affordable prices, with bursary spaces (and travel bursaries) available
✅ Full vegan catering included (+ accommodation for weekend retreats)
✅ Priority spaces held for writers of marginalised identities
✅ Beautiful countryside locations of Barley Wood House and Chew Valley Community Farm
✅ Premium venue Clevedon Curzon for our newly introduced Performance Retreat
✅ Friendly, family atmosphere, with full ongoing support of the RTB team
⚠️ Application deadline: 9pm on Sunday 31st May ⚠️
RETREAT LISTINGS + APPLICATION FORM:
https://www.rtbspokenword.com/courses
Day Retreats: £50-65 (+ bursaries available)
Weekend Retreats: £250-300 (+ bursaries available)
Opportunity Link: https://www.rtbspokenword.com/courses
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