Does anyone know of any free, or cheap, writing courses in the UK?

Question

Basically, I would love to write, preferably fiction, but I feel that I lack the confidence to do this just yet and would like to take part in a course that would help me to build my skills. Unfortunately, I can't afford most of the courses that are available at the moment and I don't have the internet at home so online courses are out of the question (especially as I will be going on maternity leave shortly!) Any help would be greatly appreciated.

I feel I should have cleared this up from the start. I am not able to go to college really as I have a toddler and work full time, and as mentioned am about to go on maternity leave to have my second child. The reason I want to do a course from home is to have the benefit of working in my own time (should I ever get any!) Thank you for your suggestion though.

Answer 1

There should be some form of creative writing course going on in your local area and at a minimal rate.The courses are usually subsidized by your council rates.

Check out for details at your main library information boards or call up your community buildings re leisure. This is how I found out about book clubs etc.The courses often happen at night so that anyone can take part: I know a lawyer and brick layer who make use of these courses.

Answer 2

I took a creative writing course a few years ago, at my local Community College. It was helpful and fun. They run in terms though, so you might not find one to start until September. The fees are not high, and if you are on any sort of benefit, you get a subsidy.

Answer 3

The crucial to unlock the power to make cash from home is discovering the proper on the internet interface for writers

Answer 4

go to college

Answer 5

www.writersbureau.com