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Your retreat fee covers: Three nights’ accommodation in the historic Priory of Pressigny All meals, prepared on-site with fresh, seasonal ingredients, many grown in the Priory gardens Guided workshops, optional one-to-one mentoring, and all retreat activities Access to uninterrupted writing time and inspiring spaces throughout the Priory You’ll dine in communal spaces, sleep in comfortable rooms, and enjoy the calm, inspiring atmosphere of the Priory — a sanctuary where your work can flourish. * Travel to the Priory is not included.

The Priory of Pressigny is set in the serene Deux-Sèvres region of southwest France, surrounded by rolling countryside and vineyards.

Travel times by car are approximately:

• 3 hours from Paris by train and car

• 2 hours from Nantes

• 1.5–2 hours from La Rochelle

• 1–1.5 hours from Poitiers

On-site parking is available. On request, we may also be able to arrange pick-ups from local train stations or airports to make your journey as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Yes — the retreat balances structured workshops and group sessions with generous periods of uninterrupted writing time.

You can immerse yourself in your work, take optional one-to-one guidance, or explore the Priory grounds for inspiration. The retreat is designed to help you move past isolation, doubt, and creative blocks.

We aim to make the retreat as comfortable and inclusive as possible. If you have dietary requirements, accessibility needs, or special requests (including travel pick-ups), please let us know when booking so we can plan accordingly.

Each attendee will be assigned a room in the Priory, arranged to balance privacy, comfort, and creative ease. While rooms are private, some shared arrangements may be offered depending on availability. If you would like to explore this, please let us know early so we can do our best to accommodate you. 

If you’d like to stay on at Priory of Pressigny after the retreat to explore the region or continue your writing time, that is often possible — just let our team know so we can help with your plans.

This retreat is for writers who are ready to take risks, challenge themselves, and write without compromise.

Whether you are working on a novel, a play, a poetry collection, or other serious projects, this is a space for focused time, fearless guidance, and a supportive creative circle. It is designed for those who want to push boundaries, sharpen their work, and leave inspired.