Write in perfect peace.
Book bespoke mentoring.
Discover the awards programme.
Distilling years of experience delivering retreats and courses, The Ravenshill Project crafts time, space and mentoring for writers on a flower farm in West Gloucestershire.
Every year, four weeks of our calendar are gifted to unpublished writers who face barriers to their practice. The time awarded includes travel expenses and a stipend.
What people are saying about Ravenshill
“Ravenshill is a haven of peace and beauty. It feels a world away – a place to breathe and get thinking space away from day-to-day concerns. It's the perfect setting for focus time on meaningful projects, punctuated by walks in gorgeous countryside. The accommodation is amazing, too.”
– FWB, Creative Director“The days I spent at Ravenshill filled me with serenity. The breathtaking landscape was a constant source of inspiration, and I recharged my creative energy by walking through the ancient wood nearby. There is something quietly magical about the place – it creates the rare space to reconnect deeply with oneself. The impact of the stay is still resonating with me many months later. ”
– YD, Writer and Teacher“The peaceful surroundings and nurturing company I found at Ravenshill allowed me to finally begin a long-delayed writing project. The retreat was the perfect blend of solitude and connection, space and support.”
– DH, Journalist and Writer