Writer’s Retreats

Sunday 1st to Wednesday 4th February 2026
Tuesday 3rd to Sunday 8th February 2026

Writer’s retreats at our hotel in Falmouth, Cornwall

From £648 per room based on two persons sharing

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Join bestselling author Liz Fenwick in Cornwall for an inspiring multi-day retreat with workshops, mentoring, and time to write, all set in Budock Vean’s peaceful riverside surroundings.

Writer's Retreat

Sunday 1st to Wednesday 4th February 2026

Whether you're working on a novel, short story, or memoir, Liz will provide insightful workshops, one-on-one mentoring, and group discussions designed to spark creativity and develop your craft. With peaceful woodland gardens, views of the Helford River, and luxurious accommodation, Budock Vean Hotel & Spa is the perfect setting to relax, reflect, and write.

This package includes:

  • Breakfast and dinner served in the Helford Restaurant
  • One-on-one mentoring and personalised guidance with Liz Fenwick
  • Use of 9-hole/18-tee golf course, snooker room, croquet lawn and two all weather tennis courts
  • Complimentary access to Natural Health Spa
  • 10% off any additional pre-booked spa treatments

From £648 per room based on two persons sharing

Writer's Retreat

Advanced Writer's Retreat

Tuesday 3rd to Sunday 8th February 2026

Join Bestselling Author Liz Fenwick for a Five Night Writing Getaway for Advanced Writers.

Ideal course  for those who have completed a full novel or memoir or short story collection. Liz will provide insightful workshops, one-on-one mentoring, and group discussions designed to spark creativity and develop your craft. With peaceful woodland gardens, views of the Helford River, and luxurious accommodations, Budock Vean is the perfect setting to relax, reflect, and write.

This package includes:

  • Your accommodation
  • Breakfast in the restaurant each morning
  • Dinner in the restaurant each evening
  • 9am to 12 pm studio sessions each day
  • Afternoons free for private work
  • 1:1 session during the 5 days with Liz
  • Complimentary membership to Natural Health Spa
  • Use of 9 hole/18 tee golf course, snooker room, croquet lawn and two all weather tennis courts
  • 10% off any spa treatments pre-booked

From £1,016 per room based on two persons sharing

Advanced Writer's Retreat

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