Bournemouth Writing Festival 2025

Writing events and activities to inspire you to write, plus loads of free and paid activities, beach walks and networking meetups.
1-2-1 sessions with literary agents and writing professionals, a headshot photography studio, networking lunches and dinners and a poetry hub! Plus writing competitions and writing workshops for children and international students.

A mix of free and paid-for events and activities, involving experienced writers and professionals, have been designed to foster inspiration, networking and stimulate creativity.

Literary agents, TV & film screenwriters, best-selling authors, poets, journalists, publicists, writing coaches, editors and publishers will be imparting their advice over the three-day weekend through talks and practical workshops to improve and progress your writing and get it out into the world.

Individual events must be booked through the official website - otherwise come along and enjoy our free events on the beach and in venues across Bournemouth Town Centre!

Host or Publisher Bournemouth Writing Festival