Jawbone Poetry and Writing Workshops Workshops
A Well Held Space For You To Explore

We host four workshops annually and have established a thriving community of writers who have formed enriching and supportive friendships.
We will be promoting 2026 workshops from December.

Wonderful Workshops at a Fantastic Location!

Bring your creative spirit and join us in an extraordinary setting on the edge of the Jurassic Coast. Our full day workshops are set in the grounds of Othona on the Coast Road, Burton Bradstock.

An opportunity to interact with the natural landscape a short walk from Chesil Beach.

Our writing workshops provide a safe space to inspire participants to delve into their creativity, gain confidence, and find their own unique voice.

Each workshop involves a variety of methods and exercises to inspire and motivate. Whilst some may feel comfortable sharing their writing, it is not necessary in order to take part.

By partnering with published active writers we are able to give you different perspectives on the world and enhance your workshop and learning experience..

Kind words from past workshop attendees...

l loved how much freedom we were given, especially when it came to wandering the grounds and with the prompts. Not boxed in, but rather guided which was different from a lot of previous workshops. Also, the location was gorgeous. Would love to visit there again.

Workshop Participant

Landscape, Myth and Magic Workshop

"These workshops have been transformational for me as a creative soul, and the community and opportunities that are building up as a result of these workshops and the Jawbone work generally are incredible. I can't thank Peter and Megan enough for creating this thriving poetry and writing scene in Dorset."

Simone Webber - Dorset

Regular workshop attendee

Peter Roe - Poet, Facilitator, Editor & Publisher

Peter Roe is a prize-winning performance poet, writer, former Bard and now Grand Bard of Dorset - 2024-29.

He is the Managing Editor of The Jawbone Collective and small press publisher Wessex-Media.

He has been widely anthologised and is the author of three poetry collections and a novelette.

Peter hosts and compères the spoken words events Jawbone Online and Jawbone at The Poet Laureate in Dorchester.

Peter has a background in technology and education, He is a passionate and enthusiastic creative who works well with people of all ages. He is on the autistic spectrum and is always an open and honest but supportive communicator.

There will be opportunities to take in the scenery and soak up the beauty of this fantastic location. Woodlands, glades and personal places for reflection.

Extraordinary views from the studio and the coastal path on the fields of the National Trust, a short walk through the grounds. Chesil Beach is 20 minutes walk from the studio.

Should we be bothered by weather, the eco-friendly Four Seasons Studio offers a warm and modern haven for creative minds.

Jawbone Poetry Collections

Jawbone News

Your purchase of a Jawbone poetry collection or workshop place supports the funding necessary to bring to publication the poetry and story collections of talented writers from across the South West of England.

We are passionate about the Publishing of Poetry in all media forms. We have established Jawbone News our own media outlet, dedicated to nurturing the creative life of all wordsmiths. We are endeavoring to create a robust platform a place of community discussion on all things Poetry.

Let's get in touch

The Jawbone Collective CIC

1 Manor Farm Court

Walditch, Bridport

Dorset UK

DT6 4LQ

thejawbonecollective@gmail.com

+44 7876596184

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