The writer’s Retreat

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Oxford Retreat (July 5-9, 2026)

A 5-day intensive writing retreat for researchers to turn their ideas into words and their words into publications


Transform your manuscript, article or dissertation in the hallowed halls where literary legends found their voice

The Accepted Experience

Nestled within Oxford’s historic center, the Accepted Writer’s Retreat combines structured daily workshops, dedicated writing time in one of Oxford’s magnificent libraries, and the community of fellow scholars. Whether you are just getting a new project up off the ground or are preparing the revisions to your manuscript, this immersive program is intended not only to grant you the mental and physical space to prioritise your work but will leave you with clarity on your research, lasting memories, and a tight-knit community of scholars which you can continue to grow alongside within Accepted Society.

What’s Included

The Complete 5-Day Schedule

Day 1 - Purpose & Promise: Identifying the “Why” and the “Self”

  • 10:00-13:00 Seminar

  • 13:00-14:00 Lunch Break

  • 14:00-18:00 Library Co-Writing

  • 18:00 Attendee Welcome Dinner @ Turf Tavern (included in retreat fee)

Day 2 - Getting Out of Your Head and Onto the Page

  • 9:30-10:00 Coffee & Accountability Check In

  • 10:00-13:00 Library Co-Writing

  • 13:00-14:00 Lunch Break

  • 14:00-16:00 Seminar

Day 3 - The Scaffolding: Organizing Our Minds & Our Work

  • 9:30-10:00 Coffee & Accountability Check In

  • 10:00-13:00 Library Co-Writing

  • 13:00-14:00 Lunch Break

  • 14:00-16:00 Seminar

Day 4 - The Art of Revision: Peer Review as Process

  • 9:30-10:00 Coffee & Accountability Check In

  • 10:00-13:00 Library Co-Writing

  • 13:00-14:00 Lunch Break

  • 14:00-18:00 Seminar

Day 5 - Presentations & Celebrations

  • 9:30-10:00 [Optional] Coffee & Accountability Check In

  • 10:00-13:00 Open Morning

  • 13:00-15:00 Final Seminar

  • 15:00 Celebratory Drinks

EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS

  • Structured Guidance: Daily skills-based workshops led by Kaelyn and Cait

  • Productive Environment: Write in the same spaces that inspired countless literary masterpieces

  • Community Connection: Build lasting relationships with fellow Accepted Society scholars

  • Structured Accountability: Daily check-ins and goals to ensure tangible progress

Join us in oxford

*only available to members of accepted society

Accommodation Provided@ The Department of Continuing Education in Oxford

Cost: €1,650 EUR

Accommodation Excluded

Cost: €750 EUR