Writers' Retreat by NT Writers' Centre & Campfire in the Heart

Enjoy time and space to write over a peaceful weekend at Campfire in the Heart.

Bask in the beautiful surroundings of Campfire in the Heart on Arrernte country in this fully catered, self-guided writing retreat. Writers can enjoy the peace and quiet of this special place for a weekend of intensive solo writing, away from the distractions and responsibilities of everyday life. Writers will have the option to get together each day for yoga sessions and shared meals in like minded company. With accommodation options to suit a range of budgets, the retreat includes use of the meditation centre for writing, lush landscaped gardens, walking trails and and swimming pool.

Writing Retreat Schedule:

Pre-retreat

- Writers submit up to 1500 words to receive feedback from author Renee McBryde on their writing. Writers can also choose to receive this feedback after the retreat instead.

Friday 5 April 2024

- Check in from 3.30pm

- Group dinner

Saturday 6 April 2024

- Morning yoga session

- Breakfast

- Quiet writing time

- Lunch

- Quiet writing time

- Group dinner

- Optional sharing/reflections session

Sunday 7 April 2024

- Breakfast

- Quiet writing time

- Lunch

- Quiet writing time

- Afternoon yoga session

- Late checkout available until 5pm

- Writers depart by 6pm

Post-retreat

- A private group will be set up for optional ongoing sharing and group feedback amongst the Writing Retreat cohort.