Based in Winchester, Hampshire Writers’ Society is run by members, for members. We’ve been inspiring and connecting local writers since 2011.
Join us for monthly talks, competitions, and more.
Upcoming Events
Coffee and writing chat
Join us once a month in the cafe at the Winchester Arc (also known as the library) for writerly chat and mutual encouragement — members […]
Writing Nature's Voices & Musings on the Manuscript
Join us for a poetic double bill with writers Shimrit Janes and Edward Adonteng. Our October talks will feature two leading edge speakers, Shimrit Janes, who will explore our intrinsic role in the natural world and how to write AS nature, plus Edward Adonteng, who will investigate the ways we bring out and share the stories that percolate in our minds.
Latest Posts
October 2026 Competition
Competition brief.
The Beach
Read the highly commended entry for the September 2026 writing competition.
Bag For Life
Read the third place entry of the September writing competition.
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