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

Writing For Change

Writing For Change

May 16, 2026    
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Join Denise Baden for this 2-hour workshop where Denise shows us her research into storytelling – what works to engage readers, what doesn’t and why.
Coffee and writing chat

Coffee and writing chat

June 5, 2026    
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Join us once a month in the cafe at the Winchester Arc (also known as the library) for writerly chat and mutual encouragement — members […]
How I Research My Novels

How I Research My Novels

June 9, 2026    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Join us in June for an exploration into the mechanics of research, how to transform raw facts into vivid story with Louise Morrish, together with a behind the scenes talk on dual timelines from debut author Lesley Bungay.

Latest Posts

The Plot

By Ro Devile HIGHLY COMMENDED in May Competition Milly burst into the kitchen breathlessly, her cheeks flushed. “They tried to kill the King, did you hear?” I froze, barely daring to breathe, there was so much I needed to ask, and yet I dared not speak. Cook looked up from the dough she was kneading.…

Basing House

By Michael Hopkins THIRD PLACE in May Competition By the fifth day of the attack, even the bread tasted of brick. Anne carried the pail with both hands along the gallery, stepping round glass, splintered frames, and a chair smashed for firewood.  The great house had always seemed too strong to fall.  Its walls were…

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