The 2024 Bournemouth Writing Festival will take place on Friday 26th, Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th April.
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From networking and Writing on the Beach to masterclasses, panels and talks, we've got everything to inspire writers to write and get their work out into the world.
Bournemouth
Writing Festival
A weekend extravaganza of free and ticketed talks, agent 1:2:1s, seminars, panels, performances and workshops for writers wanting to write.
Heidi Perks in conversation with Anna Farthing at the Palace Court Theatre.
Keynote finale performance
Heidi Perks in conversation with Anna Farthing at the Palace Court Theatre.
What attendees said:
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"Fantastic festival that pushes Bournemouth to the forefront of creative writing."
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"This is just what Bournemouth needs! You've connected an amazing group of people!"
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"Brilliant job, bravo and encore!"
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"I was very impressed with the organisation and the range of speakers."
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"Thanks so much for an inspiring, varied and jam-packed festival. Totally accessible for all with costs affordable and needs catered for. Wonderful, knowledgeable, passionate speakers who generously shared their advice and experience of creating writing that resonates both with the author and the audience."
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"Great mix of topics and informative speakers. Well organised. And lovely friendly atmosphere