We’re excited to announce that our midweek guest speaker for Writing Memoir: Connecting the Self to the World is author and journalist, Sophie Heawood! Date: Monday 11th - Friday 15th May Click the link to find out more and book your place: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

There is just over ONE MONTH to go until our May Day Festival! We can't wait to celebrate the role of arts and creativity in climate action with our wonderful community 🎪 The day will be full of workshops, live music, talks, tours, food & family activities: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

The days are getting brighter and Hawkwood is looking more and more beautiful in the sunshine☀️🌸 Did you know that our grounds are open for you to come and explore our peaceful surroundings and wander through our woodlands?🌿

We're Hiring! 🧑‍🍳 We are looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen and oversee the preparation of nourishing food for our retreats and courses. Swipe to find out more and click the link to download the job pack: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/about-us/vac... 📆 Deadline: 10th April

CALL FOR TRUSTEES! Are you interested in education, the environment and the arts? We are looking for 3 trustees to join our board to help ensure Hawkwood is governed with care and vision. Click here to find out more: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/about-us/vac... 📆 Application deadline: 13th April

As we celebrate International Women’s Day, Alicia, our CEO, shares our founding story. Hawkwood's story is particularly meaningful as we were founded by 2 women, Lily Whincop and Margaret Bennell, who together created a truly special place. Watch the video here: www.instagram.com/reel/DVnnjH2...

Stall Holders Wanted! 🎉 We are looking for stall holders who sell local and ethically made products for our May Day Festival on 4th May For more details please contact Sarah on [email protected] Find out more about our May Day Festival: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/.../may-day-...

Join us for three days of Nature and Environmental Writing at @hawkwoodcft.bsky.social March 12-15. @nickhuntscrutiny.bsky.social and I will be leading writing workshops, tutorials and giving support to writers of all ages and stages. If you mention Nick or myself while booking, (1)

Hawkwood's May Day Festival returns on Monday 4th May 🎪 We're delighted to be bringing back our May Day Festival, which celebrates creativity and climate. With workshops, live music, talks, tours, delicious food and joyful celebration. Find out more here: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

We so excited to share our programme of Writing Retreats and Courses at Hawkwood for 2026! Whether you’re looking to start a new project, returning to something unfinished, or ready to work towards publication, Hawkwood’s writing retreats and courses offer you the time, space and expert guidance 📚

We're delighted to announce that Sarah Dunant, bestselling author of The Marchesa will be our mid-week guest speaker on our next self-guided writing retreat! 📆 Monday 26th - Friday 20th January. HURRY - only two places left! Book your place here: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

If you fancy learning the dark arts of writing crime and historical fiction, the wonderful @stephmerritt.bsky.social and I will be tutoring a 5 day course at the lovely @hawkwoodcft.bsky.social in March. Book now! www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

As we round-up the year, we have so much to celebrate! In our newsletter, we take a look back at some of our 2025 highlights, including creative artist residencies, a brand-new library, features in The Sunday Times and Cotswold Life exciting new partnerships and more! mailchi.mp/hawkwoodcoll...

HAWKWOOD'S 2026 PROGRAMME 🎉 We're so excited to unveil our January - June 2026 Programme - and a vibrant new look to go with it: full of colour, energy and the creative spirit that makes Hawkwood unique! Scroll through our brochure here: hawkwood.s3.eu-central-1.wasabisys.com/ae945f97bc4b...

We're thrilled to share that bestselling author Rachel Joyce will be our mid-week guest speaker on our self-guided writing retreat next week at Hawkwood. A warm, focused space for writers at any stage. 📆 1–5 Dec - hurry, only 4 places left! Book: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

A rare Sprackland double-header – Jean and I will be co-tutoring a course at Hawkwood @hawkwoodcft.bsky.social in March, on drawing poetry out of personal raw material. Open for booking now. www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

Today is World Mental Health Day. We are sharing this video, which allows you a couple of minutes to walk through our peaceful woodlands and engage in quiet meditation. Spending time outdoors can offer calm and a gentle reminder to take care of ourselves and each other🌳💚 youtu.be/D74l-VpJELs

There are still a couple of places left on this residential writing retreat being led by Nick Hunt & myself at @hawkwoodcft.bsky.social Students will read, write, walk, workshop & write some more... all in a supportive & creative environment. From Oct 17-19: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

With 3 months to go until Christmas(!), it's time to start planning for the festive season. At Hawkwood, celebrate with our dining and festive packages designed for every occasion, from family gatherings to your office Christmas parties. Find out more: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/venue-hire/f...

🍎🍐 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 🍎🍐 We are looking for volunteers to join us in our Victorian Kitchen Garden for an Apple and Pear Pressing Weekend. Refreshments provided - please bring your own lunch, outdoor clothes & suitable footwear. Take home some of your own Hawkwood juice at the end of the weekend!

If you are still thinking about booking onto Roman's course this weekend, why not add Bed & Breakfast to your booking? We have a few places remaining and you also have the option to extend your stay with us this weekend! Click here to book your place: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

Join us for The Art of City Making - an immersive residency exploring how creativity can reshape our cities and societies in times of uncertainty 🏙️ Guided by prominent figure in the city arena, Charles Landry. 📆 5th - 7th Nov 2025. Book your place here: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

How can we be good ancestors? How might rethinking time inspire change and hope? Join bestselling philosopher and author @romankrznaric.bsky.social for a one-day course exploring past and future possibilities. 📅 Saturday 20th Sept 2025, 9:30am - 5:00pm 🔗 www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

From July 21 to 25, AFSEE hosted a residential creative communications programme at @hawkwoodcft.bsky.social for a group of AFSEE Senior Fellows. This year marks the first of a 3-year partnership with Hawkwood, The Centre for Future Thinking. Read more here: bit.ly/3I420pV

Our friends over at the Resurgence & Ecologist magazine are looking for an editor! Click the link to find out more about the job role and apply before 10th September.

'Always delicious - made and served with love!' Many of our guests comment on the quality, tastiness and variety of our food at Hawkwood and leave feeling very well fed 🍽️ 💙 Here's just a snippet of some of the delicious food our wonderful Kitchen Team have been serving recently!

We know it’s July… but if you’re the one who makes Christmas happen - for your office, family, or club - this is your moment! 🎄 Join us at Hawkwood for festive lunches, private house hire & Cotswolds charm. Find out more here: mailchi.mp/hawkwoodcoll... Now back to the BBQ… ☀️

Poetry | Cosmology | Interconnectedness | Democracy These are the four themes you'll be exploring in @drewdellinger.bsky.social 'Creativity in a Time of Crisis' course this August 🌌 Find out more in this week's newsletter: mailchi.mp/hawkwoodcoll...

We’re in The Sunday Times! 🗞️ In April, Laura Hackett joined our new Writing, Editing & Publishing Your Novel course with @unheimlichmanvr.bsky.social & @catcamacho1.bsky.social. She’s written a lovely piece on her experience at Hawkwood 💙 Times+ subscribers get an exclusive discount too!

My view for the afternoon - what a wonderful place to work @hawkwoodcft.bsky.social

As the summer solstice nears, take a moment to reflect on what’s ahead 🌞 In this week’s newsletter: creative retreats, new courses, nature, wellbeing & more at Hawkwood 🌿✨ Plus, B&B for the Royal Air Tattoo! ✈️ Read here: mailchi.mp/hawkwoodcoll...

Beyond a Story of Separation 🌿 Join us from the 30th Sept- 2nd Oct for a guide to Nonviolent Communication - a powerful approach to empathy, clarity, and connection, led by Sophie Docker. Try it first: We are running a £3 taster webinar on 3rd July. Find out more: mailchi.mp/hawkwoodcoll...

ROAD CLOSURE 🚧 Painswick Old Rd is closed from the A46 due to emergency works, there is no access to Hawkwood from the bottom. We’re still open! Use Wades Lane off the A46, turn right at the top - access is allowed despite the road closed sign. Click on photos to see detailed map of routes.

🚨 20% OFF: Perspectives on AI - a hands-on workshop with @timdavies.org.uk🤖 Explore the real-world impact & ethics of AI. Perfect for professionals & organisations building AI literacy. 📅Weds 18 June 🎟Use code HWAI20 | ⏳ Offer ends 11 June 🔗Book now: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

Making an Unmeal with @thersaorg.bsky.social 🥣🌿 Join us at Hawkwood on Tues 10 June, 12–4pm for a sensory afternoon of foraging, food, and creativity with chef & food anthropologist Bee Farrell. 🎟️ £25 (£15 conc) Book now 👉 www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

Discover a season of renewal at Hawkwood - through creativity, connection, & conscious learning. From art & wellbeing to leadership & nature, our upcoming programme offers space to pause, reflect & grow. Explore what's ahead in our latest newsletter: mailchi.mp/hawkwoodcoll...

On tour with the wonderful @margaretheffernan.bsky.social @hawkwoodcft.bsky.social 💚

A wonderful evening celebrating the launch of Embracing Uncertainty by Margaret Heffernan! 🌟 In partnership with the @thersaorg.bsky.social, she joined Hawkwood Fellow @penahay.bsky.social for an inspiring chat on creativity, the role of arts, & embracing the unknown. Thank you to all who came!

‘The role of art is not to frame policy or propose legislation but to create the conditions in which we can begin to imagine a future different from the present’ Wonderful to work alongside @margaretheffernan.bsky.social and graduates from both our universities, embracing uncertainty.

📞 Hawkwood's phone lines are temporarily down today (13th May) due to essential maintenance work in our area. We’re grateful to our guests and team for their patience. You can still reach us via email and our website as usual.

We have had to reschedule Tim's course - Perspectives on AI will now be taking place on Weds 18th June! Don't miss this accessible introduction to cutting edge AI tools and build your confidence and critical understanding. Book your place here: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

🌿 Hawkwood Experience Weekend: On the Land 🗓️ 4th - 6th July Slow down, dig deep, reconnect. A weekend of hands-on nature, workshops, and earth-based learning 🌱 Perfect for ecologists, city souls & dreamers. More info 👉 mailchi.mp/hawkwoodcoll...

Following Jonathon Porritt's donation of over 3,000 books, @hawkwoodcft.bsky.social has created a new climate library. This incredible resource will be welcoming visitors and researchers very soon... adding to their rich & diverse offerings for locals - and a whole world of enquiring minds.

As the May Day bank holiday approaches, here is a reminder of our announcement regarding this year's May Day festival:

🤖 Want to engage with AI confidently & critically? Join @timdavies.org.uk for Perspectives on AI - a one-day, interactive workshop exploring the potential and pitfalls of AI: practical, social, environmental & more. 📅 Tuesday 13 May 🔗 www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

Join systems change experts Seth Reynolds & Mike Adamson CBE for Systems Thinking for Social Change - a dynamic one-day course providing an introduction to systems thinking and how to apply this to social change 🌍 📅 9th May | 9:30am - 4:00pm 🔗 Book here: www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/our-programm...

We are so excited!

Sing Beethoven's Mass in C with choral maestro Gavin Carr on this year's Hawkwood Choral Weekend @hawkwoodcft.bsky.social , @Beethoven’s Mass in C , @Gavin Carr www.chorally.co/c/choir-chan...

An announcement about our May Day Festival 2025:

What If You Could Lead Differently? 🔍 Discover how at Hawkwood with our Transformative Leadership courses! They are designed to challenge perspectives and equip you with the skills to lead with purpose. Find out more in this week's newsletter: mailchi.mp/hawkwoodcoll...