Writing Holidays
WRITERS’ WEEKEND WORKSHOPS Book now reservations@arnoldshotel..com
9th - 11th April
15th - 17th October
Ever dreamed of writing an article for a magazine or newspaper, a family history, or even a book but don’t know how to go about it? Or have you written something which you would like to see in print, but you need advice about how to have it published?
If so, then why not come along to a residential Writing Weekend where award-winning journalist and author, Alf McCreary will suggest ways in which you can turn your ideas into print. He will also provide valuable professional guidelines about the writing business, in the relaxed atmosphere of an historic family hotel, with first-class cuisine and relaxing after-dinner entertainment.
Alf McCreary was educated at Queen’s University, Belfast, where he took an Honours B.A. in Modern History, and later a Diploma in Education. He spent more than twenty years as a leading writer with the Belfast Telegraph, and was Rothman’s Journalist of the year. He has written twenty-five books, and countless articles for publication in Britain, Europe and the U.S.A.
For fourteen years he was Head of Information at Queen’s University, Belfast, a post he relinquished to return to full-time writing. He is currently a tutor in the University’s Institute of Continuing Education where he teaches a course on “Writing for Profit and Pleasure”, and he also teaches at the Irish Writers’ Centre in Dublin.
The residential weekend is aimed at people of all levels and will include an introduction to writing, and provide practical advice about how to market your work. It will also focus on newspapers, magazines and book publishing, the importance of the interview, and how to make the best of your talent. Those taking part will be required to carry out some practical work. In addition, all participants will be presented with a certificate on completing the course.
The objective is to provide an informative, enjoyable and participative weekend for those who want to develop their writing skills and to see their work published.
The course, which began three years ago, proved very popular and attracted participants, including beginners, from Cork, Dublin and Belfast, as well as Maghera, Lurgan, Dungannon, Carrickfergus and other parts of Northern Ireland, and Milton Keynes in England. As places on the course are limited early booking is advisable.
“Alf McCreary is a marvellous host and a very professional lecturer. The course was exactly what I had hoped for and we all gained a lot from it. Dunfanaghy is a wonderful setting.”- Carrickfergus participant.
“It was a real privilege to take part in the “Writers’ Weekend”, in Arnold’s Hotel, Dunfanaghy. I learned a great deal from Alf McCreary, and the conversations and interaction between members of the group, which was very friendly, gave me an insight into the writer’s world. The accommodation and food were excellent, and the view across the mystical Sheephaven Bay to Horn Head was inspiring. It was a very worthwhile weekend”. - County Down participant.
Writers Package €275.00 per person sharing includes Welcome Sherry Reception, 2 gourmet dinners on Friday and Saturday evening in the Seascapes Restaurant, illustrated Lectures, Coffee Breaks, Two Light Lunches, as well as two full Irish breakfasts. The course concludes on Sunday just before lunch with presentation of Certificates.
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Arnolds Hotel Quilting Breaks
€214.00 per person sharing 2/B/B/2Dinners+2 DayQuilting Workshop.Quilting Breaks Dates 8th-10th August,29th-31st August,5th-7th September, 24th-26th October.
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We invite you to join Pauline Openneer and enjoy a relaxing two day quilting break at Arnolds Hotel. The workshops are suitable for all levels of quilters, including beginners. Pauline will assist you to design and make a quilt highlighting the Donegal landscape and the Forty Shades of Green,reflecting the spectacular views of Horn Head from Arnolds Hotel.Quilting Breaks Dates
8th-10th August, 29th-31st August,5th-7th Sept, 24th-26th Oct. Book Now..
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Photography Shoot Sheephaven Bay €275.00 pps 8th-10th Oct.
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Join award winning photographer Stanley Matchett and learn how to turn your"snaps"into memorable pictures in the welcoming relaxed surroundings of the Arnold family owned and managed hotel with open turf fires.Enjoy gourmet cuisine with Stanley and the group in the Seascapes Restaurant overlooking Sheephaven Bay as you prepare for the weekend location shoot around the scenic beauty of Sheephaven Bay.Stanley's technique and expertise will advance and encourage beginners and expand the knowledge of the more experienced photographers.Attractions/Activites: Horn Head 7 miles scenic coastal Wa Book Now..
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Irish School of Landscape Painting €248.00pps 24th-26th Sept
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Capture the magic of Sheephaven Bay on canvas with Sara Sue McNeill professional artist who will encourage and assist in the development of self expresson on canvas as well as brushing up on your painting skills. You will enjoy warm welcoming hospitality,quality cuisine and open turf fires in the Arnold family owned and managed hotel.Attractions/Activities Horn Head 7 Mile scenic coastal Drive, Killahoey Beach, Ards Forest Park, Glenveagh National Park, Horse Riding, Water Sports, Golf, Walking, Cycling Book Now..