Hawthornden Castle by Steve Mwase 

Steve Mwase tells you the in and outs of castle life...."When I first heard of retreats for writers I was very much thrown in thought. First I imagined it for the like of writers who had made a big impact on writing - Bestsellers."

Hawthornden Castle

Lasswade
Midlothian, EH18 1EG Scotland
United Kingdom

Description

The International Retreat for Writers at Hawthornden Castle has been founded to provide a peaceful setting where creative writers can work without disturbance.

Technical Information

Reference library, there is no computer acces in the library or in the studios.

Accommodation Information

Individual rooms in shared house. The study-bedrooms have fine views and are fully furnished.

Paid by host

Accommodation, board, food.

Paid by artist

Individual traveling expenses

Location

Hawthornden Castle stands on a secluded crag overlooking the valley of the river North Esk, just to the south of Edinburgh. The view is impressive, as is the silence surrounding the glen.

Deadline

30 September

Application Criteria

Any creative writer, from any part of the world, who has already published may apply for a Fellowship at Hawthornden.

Application address

Lasswade
Midlothian, EH18 1EG Scotland
United Kingdom
Telephone +44 131 4402180
Fax +44 131 440 1989

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