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10am-1pm

Creative Writing Workshop with Vanessa Curtis

Friday 24th April 2026

10am-1pm

Stansted Park, North Entrance (PO9 6DX)

Join award-winning author Vanessa Curtis for a creative writing workshop in the beautiful setting of Stansted House's Blue Drawing Room.


During this three-hour workshop, you will have the chance to discuss your ideas and try your hand at plotting and characterisation.


You will also have the opportunity to write the opening lines of a novel or devise your own characters.

Vanessa will provide you with advice on your writing and guidance on how to get published.


About Vanessa Curtis


Vanessa Curtis is an award-winning young adult and children's author. She has also written non-fiction books on Virginia Woolf and is a regular reviewer for the Times Literary Supplement. She also works as an editorial consultant.

Ticket Prices

Workshop Ticket £70

Parking

North Entrance, PO9 6DX

FAQ

Q: Can I bring food into the house?
A: Your ticket includes light refreshments and hot drinks- you are welcome to bring your own snacks if needed. Please let us know in advance if you have any specific dietary requirements.

Accessibility

Step-free access for this event is available via two lifts. Please note that the lift may not be able to accommodate some motorised wheelchairs or mobility scooters. Please contact us on visitors@stanstedpark.co.uk or by calling 02392 412265 (opt 5) to discuss availability for this event further.

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Stansted Park

Rowlands Castle

Hampshire

England, UK.

PO9 6DX

02392 412265 : Option 5

enquiry@stanstedpark.co.uk

The Estate Office is open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

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BY CAR

Follow Brown Heritage signs from A3 (M) Emsworth exit or A27 Havant exit. Enter the Estate through the South Entrance (unless directed otherwise for specific events)

 

BY RAIL

Havant Station - Approximately 4 miles (taxis available)

Rowland Castle Station - Approximately 2 miles

Emsworth Station - Approximately 3 miles away

For information on train operators and times phone National Rail Enquiries on 0845 7484950.​

ON FOOT

Take in the glorious views all the way to Stansted House by walking down the avenue directly from Rowlands Castle Station (approx. 45 minutes) Directions

Stansted Park Foundation is a registered charity. No. 1101251

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