Creative Writing and Poetry 
​October 24-31 2021

If you are an aspiring writer or poet, join us for a week of inspiration and motivation in the same landscapes that prompted Irish writers and poets to take to the page. You'll learn about the tradition of Irish Literature in Irish and English, the history of the early oral literature, mythology and folklore, and visit the places that inspired so many of our people. You'll also do workshops and writing sessions with our guest writers and poets - some 'me-time' to process it all, and naturally, some fun in the pub in the evening. 

We would recommend this trip for people who are interested in the literary history and culture of Ireland, and enjoy museums, libraries, writing workshops, poetry readings and great conversations with other writers. 

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Pub writing sessions

We use the cosy and intimate atmosphere of the Irish pub for story telling, folklore, poetry and mythology readings, and good conversation to stimulate your imagination and get you writing. We'll add in traditional music, a roaring fire, and plenty locals who will have lots to tell you. We are right beside miles of golden beaches, with the Dartry mountains overlooking us - sunrises and sunsets will depend on whether you are the early bird or the night owl, but both will inspire you. 

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Site visits & Workshops

The landscape is constantly evoked in Irish poetry and writing. The multi-faceted canvas of landscape, language and story provides a perfect place to find your own inspiration, improve your craft, learn about the traditions of the arts, and interpret all of it from your unique viewpoint. You'll meet a diverse range of current writers who will talk about how they have found their place in writing and literature. The  Kavanagh Centre, Yeats Country, and the Museum of Literature Ireland are also on our itinerary. 

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History and Culture 

Ireland has a fantastic tradition of story telling that pre-dates the written script, and the journey from the bardic schools and fireside recitations to our current, rich and diverse literary culture is a fascinating narrative - not just for people of Irish descent, but for anyone with an interest in indigenous cultures and traditions. Place names, family names, folklore archives, parallels with other mythologies, political & religious agendas, colonization and post-colonial impacts- so much to explore, you'll come home bursting with ideas! 

Trip Details

• Round-trip transfer from Dublin to Donegal
  2 nights Dublin, 4 nights Donegal BB & Evening Meal 
• Talks on the history of oral Irish literature, Irish language, folklore and mythology
• Visit to Museum of Literature Ireland & National Library of Ireland
• Classes, workshops and readings with established writers 
• Site visits to Yeats Country, Kavanagh Centre, ancient pre-Christian and early Christian sites. 
• ​All deposits fully refundable ​

Earlybird Deposit:  $99 (Usually $150) 

Earlybird Fees: $900 (Usually $1000) 

Pay Deposit ($99)

Want to write with us?

If you are looking to book onto our Creative Writing weel but have a few questions first, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our team will work with you and your group to organizing transfers, give you information about accommodation, and help with anything else we can. We look forward to hearing from you.