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Birr Writers Residency

Residency offers professional writers accommodation and workspaces for six nights.

The Birr Writers Residency is now open for applications.

This residency offers professional writers accommodation and workspaces for six nights, at Brendan House in the centre of Birr, County Offaly. This Georgian Heritage Town in the midlands of Ireland has a remarkable history, and a community with a thriving arts culture.

The purpose of the residency is to provide an opportunity for artists to focus on a writing project (current or new) in a tranquil environment which supports and values high professional artistic development. It is open to professional writers of any genre, e.g. literary fiction, poetry, playwrights, journalism or travel writing.

Residency dates:
• 11-16 July
• 8-13 August
• 12-17 September

Closing Date: Friday 8th April 2022 @ 4pm

Inquiries are welcome at [email protected] or 05793 57400.

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Download Birr Writers Residency Application 2022

Download Birr Writers Residency Guidelines 2022

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