Take some time for yourself to write, reflect, and reconnect with your creativity at Left Bank in this new creative writing workshop with Jess.

These relaxed sessions offer a calm and supportive space to explore creative writing as a reflective and wellbeing practice. Whether you’re new to writing or returning after time away, you’re warmly welcome.

Jess is a Leeds-based writer and educator, and the founder of Plot and Purpose, a creative project exploring writing as a tool for reflection, creativity and wellbeing. She creates supportive, welcoming spaces where people can explore their experiences, build confidence in their writing, and reconnect with storytelling in a meaningful way.

What to expect?

Each session is self-contained, so you can come along whenever it suits you (depending on interest we are hoping to make these sessions monthly!). Sessions begin with a short grounding exercise to help you arrive, followed by some gentle craft teaching and then a guided writing prompt to get you started. You’ll then have time to write at your own pace, with the option to share your work and take part in group reflection if you wish. Sharing is always invited, but never expected.

These sessions are designed to help you make space for creativity in your week, reflect and process your thoughts through writing, build confidence in your voice, and connect with others in a relaxed and supportive environment.

This is for you if you’re looking for a low-pressure way into creative writing, enjoy journalling, reflection or storytelling, want a calm creative reset in your week, or prefer flexibility rather than committing to a structured course. No prior experience is needed—just bring yourself and something to write with.

Essential Info

Arrival
When you arrive, please check in with the staff at the café to confirm your table for the workshop. We often have a few different events happening in the building at the same time, so this helps us get you settled quickly.

Tickets & Refunds
All workshop tickets are non-refundable.

Materials
Materials are provided, however you may wish to bring along your own journal.

Food & Drink
Our café and bar will be open for light food and drinks throughout the workshop.
Please note: no external food or drink may be consumed inside the building.

Parking
We have very limited Blue Badge parking onsite (first come, first served).
There is also free on-street parking available on the surrounding residential streets, just a short walk from Left Bank.

Supporting Left Bank
Left Bank is a charity, and every workshop ticket helps support our building and our mission to keep the space open as an inclusive, creative community hub for all. Thank you for being part of it!

Any questions about your upcoming workshop with us please email hello@leftbankleeds.org.uk

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