I run regular Writers’ Retreats for the University of Bristol and other universities across Europe. These Writers’ Retreats are designed to give participants a quiet, structured space to write, together with a few tips for writing alone and in groups. They are suitable for anyone undertaking academic writing; undergraduates, postgraduates, and academics.
Take a look at the diary to see forthcoming retreats.
Want to know more, or discuss booking your own retreat? Contact me on pam.lock[at]gmail.com.
What participants say:
“Pam provides a very useful structured timetable for writing and I find myself much more
productive when I use it.” (Postgraduate student, Faculty of Arts, University of Bristol)
“my word count for the day was similar to a typical fortnight’s worth of writing in the office” (Postgraduate student, Faculty of Engineering, University of Bristol)
‘…the spaces you create are something really special’ (Ash Bond, Postgraduate student, Faculty of Arts, University of Bristol)
‘I always put myself and my personal goals last – this empowered me to try and put them first. I always think that research is a luxury and not a necessity of my job role. This has helped to start shift mindsets around it. This is very very important and I was more productive that I thought was possible.’ (GB, Programme Leader, University of Northampton)
“No distractions, no internet, the environment made you want to work
and concentrate” (Postgraduate student, Faculty of Science, University of Bristol)
‘I was really productive (almost 3000 words written!) and realised somethings about my patterns and needs when it comes to writing.’ (Postgraduate student, University of Vienna)
“Since the retreat, I have started to manage my time differently when writing.” (Postgraduate student, Faculty of Social Sciences and Law, University of Bristol)
“A good confidence boost” (Postgraduate student, Faculty of Arts, University of Bristol)
“A wonderful day, and one which has productively informed my future writing days. Thank you!”
Writing with Pam 