Settle into the quiet.
A warm welcome and space to leave everyday distractions behind. Guided meditation has been part of our previous retreats.
WRITING · ART · CREATIVE COMMUNITY
Make room
for your writing.
Step away from the everyday. Find a little quiet, follow your curiosity, and give your words somewhere to grow.
For first drafts, fresh starts, and everything in between.
FREE TO ATTENDONLINE VIA ZOOMALL WRITING LEVELS WELCOMESHARING IS ALWAYS OPTIONAL
A PLACE FOR YOUR WORDS
You don't need a finished idea.
Just a place to begin.
A notebook, a laptop, a half-written poem. Bring whatever you have — and a little time for yourself.
Hayseed's online writing retreats bring writers together for an evening of inspiration, focused writing and supportive conversation. Beginners, returning writers and experienced authors are all welcome.
Poetry, fiction or something you haven't found a name for yet: there is room for it here.
Meet the community ↗MANY WAYS TO MAKE SPACE
At your desk.
Under an open sky.
Writing connects us across screens and shared tables. Our next chapter brings that spirit into the outdoors.
A shared space, wherever you are.
Bring a notebook, join the conversation and give your writing a little protected time.
Explore online retreats ↗
Fresh air. Fresh perspectives.
Shared tables, open notebooks and creative exchange: the spirit of the gatherings we hope to bring to Portugal.
Our Portugal plans ↗Illustrative scenes of online writing and our vision for future outdoor gatherings.
GENTLE STRUCTURE. PROTECTED TIME.
An evening for the page.
Follow a thought.
Creative prompts and dedicated writing blocks give you a starting point — and time to see where it takes you.
Share if you'd like.
Read a small extract, listen to another voice, or simply enjoy being among writers. There is never pressure to share.
CENTRAL PORTUGAL · SUMMER 2027
A new chapter.
A shared horizon.
Writing, art and community,
near Castelo Branco.
Our ties to Central Portugal are shaping plans for a small writing and arts festival in summer 2027. We imagine a welcoming gathering where people can write, make art, share ideas and spend time creating together outdoors.
In development · Dates, venue and programme to be confirmed.
Discover the Portugal vision ↗IN YOUR DIARY
Your writing
time, protected.
Friday evenings, 7–11pm GST (UTC+4).
Free online retreats, with optional donations welcomed.
Dates listed for autumn and winter 2026. Individual themes and guests are announced separately.
See upcoming dates ↗A little time. A welcoming space.
Your next chapter
starts with a little quiet.
Join a retreat ↗Free to attend · Online via Zoom