Northern Coromandel Writers’ Escape
19-26 May 2025
Seven nights.
Time to write, think, engage, create.
Meet other writers.
Optional excursions and workshops.
Writers often need space and time for reflection and writing away from distractions of a busy life. A time to dedicate to their own craft. Some need the energy and sense of community that meeting other writers can bring.
Your Host:-
Stephanie Parkyn is the author of three historical fiction novels published by Allen & Unwin to popular and critical acclaim. She loves talking writing techniques, sharing and learning and is delighted to show you the magical Northern Coromandel Peninsula of New Zealand.
Phone: +64 021 109 7077
19th May 2025 - 26th May 2025
Space and time to work on your writing project.
Stay Colville, Little Bay, Tuateawa
Immerse yourself in the quiet solitude of a remote part of the world.
Port Jackson, Fletcher Bay
Discover the beauty of the Northern Coromandel Peninsula.
Opportunities to work on elements of craft in workshops and fieldtrips.
Don’t forget to join our Facebook Group “Writers Escape Community” for all the up to date information.
Itinerary
Itinerary
Join us for 7 nights for your writerly escape!
Monday May 19th 2025
Meet & Greet
76 Wharf Road, Colville
Arrival to accommodations throughout the day. Welcome BBQ in the evening to be held at the residence of Gavin and Leanne Jeffcoat from Hike & Bike Northern Coromandel. They will feature later in the week on the excursion to Port Jackson and provide accommodation @Susannah’s.
Tuesday 20th May 2025
A short guided tour across Colville-Waikawau-Tuateawa and nature writing at Little Bay (expect carpooling).
Optional Orientation Drive
Wednesday 21st May 2025
Hike & Bike Excursion
76 Wharf Road, Colville 9am-4pm
Optional excursion with Hike & Bike Northern Coromandel. Destination Port Jackson/Fletcher Bay by bus and onto the Coromandel Walkway. Time for lunch/walking/journalling and an optional cycle home via the ever scenic Port Jackson Road.
Thursday 22nd May 2025 and
Friday 23rd May 2025
Own writing time with optional trip for shopping in Coromandel Town if required.
Saturday 24th May 2025
Optional Workshops with Stephanie Parkyn. Click the link here for further details.
Workshops’ Day
Sunday 25th May 2025
One last opportunity to get together to network and share ideas and reflect on your week.
Farewell lunch @Kaka Cottage
Please Depart accommodation by 11am.
Monday 26th May 2025
We aim to provide a unique experience in Northern Coromandel, a place of bushclad slopes, beautiful beaches and vistas across farmland and Tikapa Moana. Our separate accommodation in holiday homes, writer gatherings, and optional experiences will provide a mix of private working time and opportunities for connection.
