West End Writes
West End Writes is a programme of creative writing activity in the West End of Newcastle. It is based out of our Creative Writing Hub at the John Marley Centre and includes a multilingual writing group, creative workshops for older male residents and weekly drop-in activities where people can try new things and get support from New Writing North on their writing journey.
Since 2022, we have been working with local residents to co-create cultural opportunities in this area of the city. The programme is funded by the Paul Hamlyn Foundation and we work with a number of partner organisations to run creative activity for people of all ages.
Find out more below or contact us at [email protected] if you would like to know more.
World Writes
World Writes is a multilingual creative writing group for people aged 16+ who are non-native English speakers. Facilitated by Mymona Bibi, members are encouraged and supported to think and write creatively, whilst developing their existing English language skills and enjoying multilingualism. We welcome English speakers of all levels to express themselves in their mother tongue and explore the creative possibilities of connecting different native languages and English.
Time and date: 4:30-6:30pm, every Monday during term time
Venue: John Marley Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE15 6TT
Price: Free
West End Writes Creative Drop-in
Do you have a story to tell? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen, or you’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?
West End Writes community drop-in is open to anyone based in Benwell or Scotswood. Join us for a cup of tea, a biscuit, and a friendly chat with our creative producer, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and help make things happen.
Time and date: 10am-12pm, every Tuesday
Venue: St James Church, Benwell, Newcastle, NE15 6RS
Price: Free
Creative Men's Group
Creative Men’s Group is a creative writing group led by author Matt Wesolowski in partnership with Search Newcastle. Older men who engage with support from Search are encouraged to explore a variety of writing techniques and forms. The group meets fortnightly to explore new ways to tell their stories.
This programme is generously supported by Baring Foundation, Paul Hamlyn Foundation and Newcastle Cultural Investment Fund.
Time and date: 10am–12pm every other Friday
Venue: John Marley Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE15 6TT
Price: Free
