HAYSEEDWRITING RETREATS

FREE ONLINE WRITING RETREATS

Make room
for your writing.

Step away from the everyday. Find a little quiet, follow your curiosity, and give your words somewhere to grow.

For first drafts, fresh starts, and everything in between.

Illustration of an open notebook, pen and cup of tea in warm lamplight
A space to settle. A moment to begin.
FREE TO ATTENDONLINE VIA ZOOMALL WRITING LEVELS WELCOMESHARING IS ALWAYS OPTIONAL

A PLACE FOR YOUR WORDS

You don't need a finished idea.
Just a place to begin.

A notebook, a laptop, a half-written poem. Bring whatever you have — and a little time for yourself.

Hayseed's online writing retreats bring writers together for an evening of inspiration, focused writing and supportive conversation. Beginners, returning writers and experienced authors are all welcome.

Poetry, fiction or something you haven't found a name for yet: there is room for it here.

Meet the community ↗

GENTLE STRUCTURE. PROTECTED TIME.

An evening for the page.

Inside a retreat ↗
01 / ARRIVE

Settle into the quiet.

A warm welcome and space to leave everyday distractions behind. Guided meditation has been part of our previous retreats.

02 / WRITE

Follow a thought.

Creative prompts and dedicated writing blocks give you a starting point — and time to see where it takes you.

03 / CONNECT

Share if you'd like.

Read a small extract, listen to another voice, or simply enjoy being among writers. There is never pressure to share.

IN YOUR DIARY

Your writing
time, protected.

Friday evenings, 7–11pm GST (UTC+4).
Free online retreats, with optional donations welcomed.

Dates listed for autumn and winter 2026. Individual themes and guests are announced separately.

See upcoming dates ↗

A little time. A welcoming space.

Your next chapter
starts with a little quiet.

Join a retreat ↗

Free to attend · Online via Zoom