Hampshire Writers' Society

Based in Winchester, Hampshire Writers’ Society is run by members, for members. We’ve been inspiring and connecting local writers since 2011.

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Upcoming Events

15 Sep

Critique Group Introductory Meeting

September 15, 2026    
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
The Railway Inn
Introduction to the Critique Group
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Writers Read Book Group: Snegurochka

Writers Read Book Group: Snegurochka

October 8, 2026    
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Meeting of the Writers Read book group
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Writing Nature's Voices & Musings on the Manuscript

Writing Nature's Voices & Musings on the Manuscript

October 13, 2026    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Tower Arts Centre
Join us for a poetic double bill with writers Shimrit Janes and Edward Adonteng. Our October talks will feature two leading edge speakers, Shimrit Janes, who will explore our intrinsic role in the natural world and how to write AS nature, plus Edward Adonteng, who will investigate the ways we bring out and share the stories that percolate in our minds.
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Hampshire Writer’s Society Report to Members 2026

The society takes a break from our usual programme of events during July and August, so this is a good time to review the last year and report back to members. For the last three years, our membership has grown steadily. This year we reached a new high of 150 members. HWS is fully funded…

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