The Writers' Block

The Writers’ Block is a place of curiosity and ingenuity created by writers, theatre makers and artists.

We created the space and the approach in response to a growing need to support reluctant young writers to develop writing skills and confidence. We offer programmes and workshops to primary and secondary schools, plus our very popular teacher CPD. All of this is led by professional writers - novelists, journalists, playwrights - who all know the tricks of the trade and impart them with flair. 

We also know that children and young people want to develop their creative writing skills in a fun way, and further than they might be able to do at school. So we have a monthly Young Writers group, and after school and holiday story and manga workshops. We’ve even got a weekly story, song and movement session for very young children. 

Let’s not forget all our emerging writers and adults! Our Speakeasy events are a perfect way to gain a bit of confidence in your work and meet other writers.