Felixstowe Book Festival: Meet the National Centre for Writing
The National Centre for Writing opened its doors in the heart of Norwich UNESCO City of Literature in June 2018. Today, Programme Director Peggy Hughes will share the backstory of NCW, how they work with writers and readers, and how you can get involved. There’ll also be an opportunity for you to share your ideas about what a home […]
The National Centre for Writing opened its doors in the heart of Norwich UNESCO City of Literature in June 2018. Today, Programme Director Peggy Hughes will share the backstory of NCW, how they work with writers and readers, and how you can get involved. There’ll also be an opportunity for you to share your ideas about what a home […]
The Orwell Hotel, Felixstowe Writers Centre Norwich
4.15 - 5.15pm
£5 - £9
Guided Tour of Dragon Hall
Come and explore the historic Dragon Hall, now home to the National Centre for Writing, and take a guided tour of this fascinating building. Learn more about the architectural and social history of this 15th Century building from an experienced volunteer guide. Dragon Hall has had a fascinating and colourful history – starting life as […]
Come and explore the historic Dragon Hall, now home to the National Centre for Writing, and take a guided tour of this fascinating building. Learn more about the architectural and social history of this 15th Century building from an experienced volunteer guide. Dragon Hall has had a fascinating and colourful history – starting life as […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
Starts 2pm - approx. 1.5 hrs
Free
Young Norfolk Writing Competition Awards Ceremony
Join us as we celebrate the best of young writing from across the county! Our six winners of the Young Norfolk Writing Competition 2019 will be joined on stage by a special guest performer – more details to be revealed soon! The Young Norfolk Writing Competition is a partnership between Norfolk County Council, National Centre […]
Join us as we celebrate the best of young writing from across the county! Our six winners of the Young Norfolk Writing Competition 2019 will be joined on stage by a special guest performer – more details to be revealed soon! The Young Norfolk Writing Competition is a partnership between Norfolk County Council, National Centre […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
6 - 7pm
Free entry - please book in advance
Education Marketplace
Do you work in an education setting in Norfolk? If so, the National Centre for Writing is keen to meet you! We’re inviting Norfolk teachers, librarians and school staff to Dragon Hall and our new Education Space for conversation, cake and to hear about your school and the inspiring work you do in your classrooms. […]
Do you work in an education setting in Norfolk? If so, the National Centre for Writing is keen to meet you! We’re inviting Norfolk teachers, librarians and school staff to Dragon Hall and our new Education Space for conversation, cake and to hear about your school and the inspiring work you do in your classrooms. […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
4 - 6pm
Free - let us know you're coming!
Guided Tour of Dragon Hall
Come and explore the historic Dragon Hall, now home to the National Centre for Writing, and take a guided tour of this fascinating building. Learn more about the architectural and social history of this 15th Century building from an experienced volunteer guide. Dragon Hall has had a fascinating and colourful history – starting life as […]
Come and explore the historic Dragon Hall, now home to the National Centre for Writing, and take a guided tour of this fascinating building. Learn more about the architectural and social history of this 15th Century building from an experienced volunteer guide. Dragon Hall has had a fascinating and colourful history – starting life as […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
Starts 2pm - approx. 1.5 hrs
Free
Dragon Hall Salon: a translation special
Join Norwich’s writing community for a free evening of conversation, ideas and support. Open to anyone who makes, reads and works with words, the Dragon Hall Salon is an opportunity to grab a drink from the bar, meet people, cook up plans and compare notes, to talk books, and to hear what’s happening in Norwich. […]
Join Norwich’s writing community for a free evening of conversation, ideas and support. Open to anyone who makes, reads and works with words, the Dragon Hall Salon is an opportunity to grab a drink from the bar, meet people, cook up plans and compare notes, to talk books, and to hear what’s happening in Norwich. […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
6.30-8.30pm
Free - let us know you're coming!
International Literary Translation & Creative Writing Summer School
Delivered by the British Centre for Literary Translation in partnership with the National Centre for Writing. The Summer School brings together writers and translators for an intensive, one-week, residential programme of hands-on translation and creative writing practice. For most language-specific workshops, groups work on a collaborative translation with the author in residence and workshop leader. For […]
Delivered by the British Centre for Literary Translation in partnership with the National Centre for Writing. The Summer School brings together writers and translators for an intensive, one-week, residential programme of hands-on translation and creative writing practice. For most language-specific workshops, groups work on a collaborative translation with the author in residence and workshop leader. For […]
University of East Anglia, Norwich Writers Centre Norwich
Runs until 27 July
University of East Anglia, Norwich
£700 / £400
Sworn Virgin: Elvira Dones in conversation
Albanian-Swiss author Elvira Dones will discuss the journey of her novel Sworn Virgin into English with her translator Clarissa Botford and publisher Stefan Tobler. The panel, chaired by Rosie Goldsmith, will also explore issues of multilingualism and multiculturalism in the literary sphere. Sworn Virgin is about Hana, a woman seeking independence in Albania by following […]
Albanian-Swiss author Elvira Dones will discuss the journey of her novel Sworn Virgin into English with her translator Clarissa Botford and publisher Stefan Tobler. The panel, chaired by Rosie Goldsmith, will also explore issues of multilingualism and multiculturalism in the literary sphere. Sworn Virgin is about Hana, a woman seeking independence in Albania by following […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
2pm
Free - booking required
Time to Write: Creative Writing Workshop for 11 – 13-Year-Olds
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 11 – 13 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support of […]
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 11 – 13 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support of […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
10 - 11.30am
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall
Free – please book in advance
Time to Write: Creative Writing Workshop for 14 – 17-Year-Olds
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 14 – 17 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support […]
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 14 – 17 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
12 - 1.30pm
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall
Free - please book in advance
Guided Tour of Dragon Hall
Come and explore the historic Dragon Hall, now home to the National Centre for Writing, and take a guided tour of this fascinating building. Learn more about the architectural and social history of this 15th Century building from an experienced volunteer guide. Dragon Hall has had a fascinating and colourful history – starting life as […]
Come and explore the historic Dragon Hall, now home to the National Centre for Writing, and take a guided tour of this fascinating building. Learn more about the architectural and social history of this 15th Century building from an experienced volunteer guide. Dragon Hall has had a fascinating and colourful history – starting life as […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
Starts 2pm - approx. 1.5 hrs
Free
Time to Write: Creative Writing Workshop for 11 – 13-Year-Olds
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 11 – 13 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support of […]
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 11 – 13 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support of […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
10 - 11.30am
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall
Free - please book in advance
Time to Write: Creative Writing Workshop for 14 – 17-Year-Olds
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 14 – 17 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support […]
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 14 – 17 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
11am-1.30pm
Free - please book in advance
Travel writing: journeys of imagination
with Suzanne Joinson and Agustinus Wibowo Mixing reportage, memoir and flights of imagination, travel writing is an exciting and perennially popular genre. Try your hand at writing about your own travels, both real and imagined, in this workshop with experienced travel writers Suzanne Joinson (UK, author of A Lady Cyclist’s Guide to Kashgar) and Agustinus […]
with Suzanne Joinson and Agustinus Wibowo Mixing reportage, memoir and flights of imagination, travel writing is an exciting and perennially popular genre. Try your hand at writing about your own travels, both real and imagined, in this workshop with experienced travel writers Suzanne Joinson (UK, author of A Lady Cyclist’s Guide to Kashgar) and Agustinus […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
2 - 5pm
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall
£45 / £35 conc
Val McDermid presents…
Exceptional times call for exceptional writers. International bestselling crime novelist, journalist and Man Booker judge Val McDermid reveals her selection of the most compelling LGBTQI+ writers working in the UK today. Experience incredible writing and find out why Val feels these are the writers who are influencing and shaping the UK literary scene. Val will […]
Exceptional times call for exceptional writers. International bestselling crime novelist, journalist and Man Booker judge Val McDermid reveals her selection of the most compelling LGBTQI+ writers working in the UK today. Experience incredible writing and find out why Val feels these are the writers who are influencing and shaping the UK literary scene. Val will […]
National Library of Scotland Writers Centre Norwich
3 - 4pm
Free – please book in advance
Time to Write: Creative Writing Workshop for 11 – 13-Year-Olds
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 11 – 13 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support of […]
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 11 – 13 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support of […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
10 - 11.30am
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall
Free - please book in advance
Time to Write: Creative Writing Workshop for 14 – 17-Year-Olds
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 14 – 17 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support […]
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 14 – 17 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
12 - 1.30pm
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall
Free - please book in advance
Guided Tour of Dragon Hall
Come and explore the historic Dragon Hall, now home to the National Centre for Writing, and take a guided tour of this fascinating building. Learn more about the architectural and social history of this 15th Century building from an experienced volunteer guide. Dragon Hall has had a fascinating and colourful history – starting life as […]
Come and explore the historic Dragon Hall, now home to the National Centre for Writing, and take a guided tour of this fascinating building. Learn more about the architectural and social history of this 15th Century building from an experienced volunteer guide. Dragon Hall has had a fascinating and colourful history – starting life as […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
Starts 2pm - approx. 1.5 hrs
Free
Time to Write: Creative Writing Workshop for 11 – 13-Year-Olds
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 11 – 13 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support of […]
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 11 – 13 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support of […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
10 - 11.30am
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall
Free - please book in advance
Travel writing: place and memory
with Suzanne Joinson and Agustinus Wibowo Travel writing offers a unique opportunity to explore fascinating locations and at the same time reveal forgotten depths of our own experiences and memories. With the expert guidance of travel writers Suzanne Joinson (UK, author of A Lady Cyclist’s Guide to Kashgar) and Agustinus Wibowo (Indonesia, author of Ground […]
with Suzanne Joinson and Agustinus Wibowo Travel writing offers a unique opportunity to explore fascinating locations and at the same time reveal forgotten depths of our own experiences and memories. With the expert guidance of travel writers Suzanne Joinson (UK, author of A Lady Cyclist’s Guide to Kashgar) and Agustinus Wibowo (Indonesia, author of Ground […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
2 - 5pm
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall
£45 / £35 conc
Time to Write: Creative Writing Workshop for 14 – 17-Year-Olds
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 14 – 17 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support […]
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 14 – 17 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
11am-1.30pm
Free - please book in advance
Time to Write: Creative Writing Workshop for 11 – 13-Year-Olds
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 11 – 13 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support of […]
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 11 – 13 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support of […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
10 - 11.30am
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall
Free - booking required
Time to Write: Creative Writing Workshop for 14 – 17-Year-Olds
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 14 – 17 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support […]
This two-hour workshop offers young people aged 14 – 17 years the time to explore their writing skills through fun, engaging prompts and activities – whether it’s poetry, prose or any other kind of writing they wish to develop! They will then have some uninterrupted time to get words onto the page with the support […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
11am-1.30pm
Free - please book in advance
Guided Tour of Dragon Hall
Come and explore the historic Dragon Hall, now home to the National Centre for Writing, and take a guided tour of this fascinating building. Learn more about the architectural and social history of this 15th Century building from an experienced volunteer guide. Dragon Hall has had a fascinating and colourful history – starting life as […]
Come and explore the historic Dragon Hall, now home to the National Centre for Writing, and take a guided tour of this fascinating building. Learn more about the architectural and social history of this 15th Century building from an experienced volunteer guide. Dragon Hall has had a fascinating and colourful history – starting life as […]
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall Writers Centre Norwich
Starts 2pm - approx. 1.5 hrs
Free
Noirwich Season Pass
The Noirwich Season Pass is the best way to experience the festival, giving you access to every panel, reading and discussion across the four days of the festival and saving you 20% off the ticket price. Your Season Pass Includes: Thursday launch event Friday evening double-bill All weekend events 20% saving over individual tickets Exclusive […]
The Noirwich Season Pass is the best way to experience the festival, giving you access to every panel, reading and discussion across the four days of the festival and saving you 20% off the ticket price. Your Season Pass Includes: Thursday launch event Friday evening double-bill All weekend events 20% saving over individual tickets Exclusive […]
Jarrold, UEA and the National Centre for Writing Writers Centre Norwich
Thursday 12 - Sunday 15 September
£90 / £80 conc / £68 student