Join us on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond to celebrate the publication of Acorn Poetry Anthology: Volume 1.
Bringing together 77 poems by 30 emerging and established writers from around the world, this first anthology celebrates writing, creativity, courage, growth and nature.
Friday 18th December 2026
2.30 - 4.30pm
The Oak Tree Inn, Balmaha
It will also be livestreamed for those who wish to join us from afar (RSVP below for link)
Enjoy an afternoon of poetry readings, conversation and celebration with opportunities to meet contributors and purchase a copy of the anthology.
Net proceeds from the anthology support the Acorn Access Fund, helping subsidise retreat places for writers facing financial barriers.
A Special Writing Getaway | £225 all-inclusive
Arrive on Thursday 17th December and settle into The Oak Tree Inn for an overnight stay before joining the final morning our our Acorn Writing Retreat on Friday. Enjoy protected time to write, thoughtful structure and the company of fellow writers, then celebrate with us at the afternoon launch.
The £225 all-inclusive package includes your overnight accommodation (upgrades available), meals and participation in the final morning of the retreat, followed by the book launch.
To reserve the overnight writing package, contact info@acornwritingretreats.com
You are also warmly welcome to join us just for the afternoon celebration.
We are super duper excited to share and celebrate this first volume with you 💚