Based in Winchester, Hampshire Writers’ Society is run by members, for members. We’ve been inspiring and connecting local writers since 2011.
Join us for monthly talks, competitions, and more.
Upcoming Events
Coffee and writing chat
Join us once a month in the cafe at the Winchester Arc (also known as the library) for writerly chat and mutual encouragement — members […]
Writing a Romance Novel
Join us in February for a talk from bestselling romantic comedy author Della Galton as she explores the key elements of writing romance, together with a talk by our guest speaker, writer, Adam Millward who is also senior editor at Guinness World Records.
Exploded Moments
Join Sean Bennett for this 2.5-hour workshop to discover how the expansion of a scene via the 5 senses can aid both pace and profundity.
Latest Posts
SELF BELIEF AND SELF DOUBT
Full notes for Vanessa Gebbie’s January meeting talk
WORD CRICKET
Vanessa Gebbie’s writing exercise
February 2026 Competition
Write a love story.
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