When Wendy and I were looking for a place to set up our retreat business, 'Bron Y Graig' in Corwen - the family home of a former Sheriff of Denbighshire - immediately appealed. Nestled in the heart of North Wales, this charming property offers a peaceful sanctuary that feels tailor-made for reading retreats. Whether you are seeking a quiet weekend away or a longer escape to immerse yourself in literature, Corwen - positioned overlooking the stunning Dee Valley - provides a pe

There is so MUCH value in a reading retreat! If you've been intrigued by the notion of going away to read, but aren't sure why you should join an organised retreat, there are reasons why you should: Take a break from the stresses and strains of everyday life; Immerse yourself in a good book for hours on end without distractions; Share the unique vibe that comes from being in a space with other silent readers; Enjoy being pampered with home-cooked meals and refreshments throug

This month sees the launch of the latest set of retreats on offer from Wendy and myself: reading retreats and walking retreats. It's been a busy time getting these together but it's wonderful to finally be able to get the word out and start building the kind of reputation for excellence which we have achieved with our existing Writing and Shakespeare retreats. The journey begins here! A drone's-eye view of our delightfully converted Stables block and upper garden On our readi

One of the benefits of a summer retreat is the fine summer weather: walks at Rhug Estate or to the top of Caer Drewyn or Pen Y Pigyn are always a delight but the views are particularly spectacular at this time of year.

The past three months have been extremely busy at A Place to Write. A bit like the proverbial swan: floating serenely on the surface but...

So much has been happening at A Place to Write in the past two months that it's been difficult to catch my breath! Aside from two...

It's been too long since I wrote my last blog entry (almost two months!) but happily that's because of the major developments taking...

A year to remember at "A Place to Write" where we have already entertained more than 60 writers of all genres in 2024

As some of you know, I am currently completing a PhD on Shakespeare and Candlelight at the University of Birmingham. Having completed...

It's been a hectic summer at A Place to Write, despite the less than wonderful weather! Aside from planning a full programme of retreats...

On Monday 17th July we welcome guests to our next writing retreat, where they will discover our fantastic setting, views and places to...