Our exciting Creative Writing Experience, led by author and professional tutor Sarah Hymas, promises the exploration of new techniques. The daily workshops will expand the imagination, using writing games and exercises that rely on play, memory and a sense of adventure.

Reading as well as writing, talking, thinking and offering feedback - our focus will be to limber up, stretch ourselves and write with renewed vigour and joy.

Sarah will also offer her long experience as a published author to advise on the business side of being a writer, including discussing ambitions, expectations, and the sort of publications people might best target for getting work published.

'I had never been on a writing course before and did not know what to expect. I was a little anxious...but it was a brilliant few days. I was met at the airport and immediately put at ease. The house was comfortable, the food and wine excellent; the company entertaining and pleasant and I left feeling happier about my writing and feeling generally cosseted and cared for. I would recommend it absolutely without reservation.'

Ann McGrath