14-17 November 2025
Get your creative juices flowing! Stay in one of our unique author-themed rooms in our book-themed guesthouse, enjoy nourishing plant-based meals, explore the naturally-inspiring Torbay coast, and work on your writing with a small supportive group of like-minded folk, lead by facilitator Jane McKears.
All welcome – whether you’re an absolute beginner or a published author, we’re sure you’ll enjoy this mini-break.
About your facilitator
Jane McKears gained a masters degree in creative writing in 2024, and published her first work of fiction Her and Her: Lesbian short stories in 2025, Reedsy Discovery’s featured book for Pride month this year.
Itinerary
Friday 14th
Arrive at The Miggi and explore your book-themed room.
6.30pm Enjoy a delicious two-course meal made by Chef Phoenix.
After dinner: Welcome session to share experiences of writing, and discuss what everyone would like to get out of the retreat.
Saturday 15th
9am breakfast
Daily challenge to complete as you go about your day
10am optional session: Jane discusses how she completed the research for Her and Her
6.30 two-course dinner
After dinner: share writing and feedback
Sunday 16th
9am breakfast
Daily challenge to complete as you go about your day
10am optional session: Jane discusses scene-setting for Her and Her
6.30 two-course dinner
After dinner: share writing and feedback
Monday 17th
9am breakfast
10am Feedback and farewell session
Prices
| Room | For 2 people | For 1 person |
| Mary Shelley double | 510 | 405 |
| Oscar Wilde double | 480 | 375 |
| Alice Walker 2 singles | 420 | 315 |
| Douglas Adams large single/cuddly double | 420 | 315 |
How to book
Book your place by clicking below. Make sure to select the Writing Retreat option for the room you would like. You’ll be asked to pay a deposit equivalent to the first night of your stay to secure your booking, and the remainder 14 days before you arrive.