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We offer a wide range of events designed to inspire, educate, and entertain. If you're looking to develop writing skills, to see contemporary live literature, or to take part in an open mic, this is what's happening in the region.

18

Apr

Lighthouse Young Writers, Dorset

18 April 2026

9.30-1030 (7-10), 11.00-1230 (11-14) and 1pm - 2.30pm (15-18)

Do you like creative writing? Are you aged between 7-18? Then you need to sign up to Young Writers! As a Lighthouse Young Writer, you will get the chance to attend ...

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18

Apr

Mayflower Young Writers - 7-10s & 11-14s

18 April 2026

9.30am-1:00PM, Mayflower Studios, Southampton

Do you like writing? Would you like to work with a professional writer and find out more about different genres and techniques? Come and get involved with ArtfulScribe’s...

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20

Apr

Creative Writing for Wellbeing at The Hollies, New Milton

20 April 2026

2PM-4PM In person

Getting out, taking part in an activity, learning new skills, setting goals, and connecting with other people are steps the NHS recognise as leading towards improved mental...

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20

Apr

Writing For Page and Stage - Online Group for Writers 18+

20 April 2026

7:00-8:30PM

Writing for Page and Stage is an online, relaxed, interactive writing group for anyone aged 18+ who is interested in creative writing - no past experience necessary! Togeth...

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21

Apr

Mayflower Creative Writers - 15-18s (Academic Years 10-13)

21 April 2026

6-7:30PM, Mayflower Studios, Southampton

Learn what it takes to create characters, settings and storylines as we explore scriptwriting, creating monologues, duologues and performances through workshops and masterc...

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23

Apr

Creative Writing for Wellbeing at Marcella House, Hythe

23 April 2026

2PM - 4PM In person

Join a friendly and accessible group on Thursdays from 2 - 4 pm, using creative writing as a bridge to wellbeing through connection, discussion and making new work. Have a...

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23

Apr

Junior Writers' Club online

23 April 2026

5-6pm

Do you enjoy writing? Would you like to develop your skills or be more confident with using words on paper and out loud? Are you aged between 7 and 15? Junior Writers Cl...

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23

Apr

Writing for Wellbeing Online - Summer term 2026

23 April 2026

10:00AM - 12 noon, Online

An online creative writing group, led by Joanna Barnard, gathering to explore mental and emotional wellbeing. In a supportive and welcoming environment, the group uses poet...

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25

Apr

Lighthouse Young Writers, Dorset

25 April 2026

9.30-1030 (7-10), 11.00-1230 (11-14) and 1pm - 2.30pm (15-18)

Do you like creative writing? Are you aged between 7-18? Then you need to sign up to Young Writers! As a Lighthouse Young Writer, you will get the chance to attend ...

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25

Apr

Mayflower Young Writers - 7-10s & 11-14s

25 April 2026

9.30am-1:00PM, Mayflower Studios, Southampton

Do you like writing? Would you like to work with a professional writer and find out more about different genres and techniques? Come and get involved with ArtfulScribe’s...

Find out more

27

Apr

Creative Writing for Wellbeing at The Hollies, New Milton

27 April 2026

2PM-4PM In person

Getting out, taking part in an activity, learning new skills, setting goals, and connecting with other people are steps the NHS recognise as leading towards improved mental...

Find out more

27

Apr

Writing For Page and Stage - Online Group for Writers 18+

27 April 2026

7:00-8:30PM

Writing for Page and Stage is an online, relaxed, interactive writing group for anyone aged 18+ who is interested in creative writing - no past experience necessary! Togeth...

Find out more

28

Apr

Writing as Spiritual Practice Summer Term

28 April 2026

10AM-12PM In Person

Join a community on the field of language and literature to share thoughts, speech, and acts of writing Writing as Spiritual Practice returns with an invitation to cultiva...

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28

Apr

Mayflower Creative Writers - 15-18s (Academic Years 10-13)

28 April 2026

6-7:30PM, Mayflower Studios, Southampton

Learn what it takes to create characters, settings and storylines as we explore scriptwriting, creating monologues, duologues and performances through workshops and masterc...

Find out more

30

Apr

Junior Writers' Club online

30 April 2026

5-6pm

Do you enjoy writing? Would you like to develop your skills or be more confident with using words on paper and out loud? Are you aged between 7 and 15? Junior Writers Cl...

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30

Apr

Creative Writing Industry Day with the University of Southampton

30 April 2026

10:30AM - 4:30PM

Join University of Southampton’s Creative Writing team for an Industry Day, drawing together agents, panel discussions and a creative writing taster session with award-winn...

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02

May

Lighthouse Young Writers, Dorset

02 May 2026

9.30-1030 (7-10), 11.00-1230 (11-14) and 1pm - 2.30pm (15-18)

Do you like creative writing? Are you aged between 7-18? Then you need to sign up to Young Writers! As a Lighthouse Young Writer, you will get the chance to attend ...

Find out more

02

May

Mayflower Young Writers - 7-10s & 11-14s

02 May 2026

9.30am-1:00PM, Mayflower Studios, Southampton

Do you like writing? Would you like to work with a professional writer and find out more about different genres and techniques? Come and get involved with ArtfulScribe’s...

Find out more

05

May

Mayflower Creative Writers - 15-18s (Academic Years 10-13)

05 May 2026

6-7:30PM, Mayflower Studios, Southampton

Learn what it takes to create characters, settings and storylines as we explore scriptwriting, creating monologues, duologues and performances through workshops and masterc...

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07

May

Junior Writers' Club online

07 May 2026

5-6pm

Do you enjoy writing? Would you like to develop your skills or be more confident with using words on paper and out loud? Are you aged between 7 and 15? Junior Writers Cl...

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