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creative writing retreat with leigh russell

"All my adult life has been spent reading, writing, teaching writing, and thinking about writing"

Our next writing retreat will take place on 13th-19th April 2022 and be led by the acclaimed author and creative writing tutor, Leigh Russell.

Explore your creativity in the unique setting that is Chateau de la Motte Henry - cut off from the world and all its stresses, immersed in nature and surrounded by wildlife.  In the tranquility of our Chateau and the surrounding wonders of the Loire, you will stay in luxurious, boutique style accommodation and enjoy delicious homemade food. There will be plenty of time to focus on your own work, relax in our grounds and explore the charm, beauty and heritage of the Pays de la Loire.

Leigh Russell has written nearly thirty books, working with several publishers. Her long running series has been optioned by a major television production company. Leigh writes the internationally bestselling Geraldine Steel series, as well as psychological thrillers, dystopian and historical novels. She is looking forward to hosting your retreat, where she will guide your creative writing, and explore your ideas and frustrations, in a group and one to one. You will leave us with fond memories and a clear understanding as to how you can reach your potential as a writer.

All bookings in 2022 still benefit from our comprehensive Covid Guarantee.

COSA È INCLUSO

RITIRI PERSONALIZZATI E SENZA PROBLEMI CON

TUTTO QUELLO CHE SI PUÒ DESIDERARE, E ANCHE DI PIÙ.

Lussuose sistemazioni con bagno privato nel "favoloso" Chateau de la Motte Henry, recentemente ristrutturato.

Menu nutriente, appositamente studiato, che comprende 3 pasti al giorno, spuntini prontamente disponibili e tutte le bevande

Ottime aree sociali e di relax - terrazze sul lago, giardino recintato, sentieri nel bosco, luoghi segreti per picnic

Carbon offset of your trip to see us, paid for by us

Comprehensive Covid refund policy, if your attendance is rendered impossible due to Covid.

 

 

Ready access to explore your ideas with our host, Leigh Russell, a published author experienced in nurturing a love of reading and writing

Initial Skype or phone consultation to introduce ourselves, discuss our approach and your objectives

Informative group and small group discussions and creative writing practice

Time to reflect and relax in comfort, with excursions to local places of interest

 

inspiring host

Hailed as a ‘rare talent’ by the Daily Mail and ‘unmissable’ by Lee Child, Leigh Russell is the author of nearly 30 books, including the internationally bestselling Geraldine Steel crime series, several psychological thrillers, a dystopian novel and, recently, a historical novel set in the sixteenth century. She studied literature at the University of Kent and spent several decades sharing her enthusiasm as a secondary school teacher. As a Consultant Royal Literary Fellow, she supports adults with academic and professional writing and is Chair of Judges for the Crime Writer's Association Debut Dagger Award. She also set up and runs the critiquing service for the CWA  and is an experienced editor and creative writing tutor. Passionate about writing, she loves sharing what she has learnt on her journey so far.

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exclusive venue

Our guests benefit from exclusive use of the gorgeous, mid-nineteenth century, Chateau de la Motte Henry in the Pays de la Loire, France. Our secluded estate, is accessible from the UK and Continental Europe, close to the ports of Normandy and Brittany, with a well-served plane and train network.

The Chateau itself, provides luxury, boutique-style accommodation and superb social spaces, decorated with period antiques. On site there are superb exercise facilities, welcoming relaxation areas and an ability to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The Chateau is set within 9 hectares of beautiful woodland grounds, with a lakeside terrace, trail paths, walled garden and 25 metre swimming pool.

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hassle free

We offer personal transfers from local airports and train stations. Your whole experience is tailored to you, addresses your challenges and is truly relevant from the moment you arrive.

Your stay will provide you with plenty of time to explore the local area, with optional excursions included in your package. At the Chateau, you can relax by the pool or lake, join in a restorative yoga class or enjoy a massage.

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delicious food

Throughout your stay all your meals and snacks are freshly prepared and served in our wood-paneled dining room. We will consult with you to ensure that your dietary preferences are catered for, even incorporating your food favorites in our menus, whilst avoiding foods you dislike. Utilising the very best in local ingredients, from the 'Garden of France', each eye-catching meal will support your lifestyle, but also be tasty, culinarily rich and exciting.

IL VENERE

Chateau de la Motte Henry è un bellissimo, 19th Century Chateau è situato in oltre 9 ettari di glorioso parco nel Pays de la Loire. Facile da raggiungere dal Regno Unito e dall'Europa continentale, lo Chateau è dotato di strutture di prima classe per la salute, il fitness e il tempo libero per consentire agli ospiti di rilassarsi e rigenerarsi. Le spaziose sistemazioni rimangono fedeli al patrimonio dello Chateau, aggiornate per la comodità moderna.

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CIBO SANO E NUTRIENTE

AMOREVOLMENTE PREPARATO

Il nostro nutrizionista e chef ha progettato un menu accattivante e delizioso, fondato su prodotti locali e biologici. Serviamo cibo biologico di altissima qualità, di provenienza locale, per produrre un menu energizzante e disintossicante per tutta la durata del vostro soggiorno. I vegetariani e i vegani sono soddisfatti.

MENU CAMPIONE

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COLAZIONE

Firma Granola fatta in casa

Piatto di frutta fresca

Uova strapazzate con trota affumicata e aneto

Vasi di betulla a semi di avena e chia con bacche miste

Svegliarsi con frullati energizzanti

Succo di arancia fresca e succo di pompelmo rosa

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PRANZO

Petto di tacchino speziato marocchino

Guacamole

Lenticchie Puy, pomodori secchi e insalata di feta

Insalata di cetrioli e pomodori alla menta

Cuscus di ceci e melograno

Insalata verde

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CENA

Zuppa di pomodoro arrosto e basilico

Torte di patate dolci sudamericane ed eglefini, con salsa al limone e timo

Spinaci appassiti

Fagioli di Francia

Carote smaltate

Lampone & Chia Pot

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