Discover new creative possibilities in a series of immersive writing workshops with poet Will Burns, where nature and poetry come together to inspire fresh perspectives.
Inspired by OmVed Gardens theme for 2026 "Listening as care", these sessions invite participants to slow down, attune to their surroundings, and approach writing as an act of attention and respect. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or a beginner, the workshops will deepen your connection to place, storytelling, and the quiet power of listening.
Highlights:
Engage with poetry that explores themes of gardens, nature, and place.
Write in a unique, inspiring setting at OmVed Gardens.
Receive expert guidance and feedback from renowned poet Will Burns.
Key Skills You'll Gain:
Developing a strong sense of place in writing.
Enhancing critical reading and interpretation of poetry.
Cultivating a personal and reflective writing style
The Winter to Spring programme consists of four sessions. Following this, a Spring-Summer series will be announced.
In these sessions, we will critically engage with poets who have explored themes of gardens, nature, place, and the environment. You will also have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the unique surroundings of OmVed, using the space as inspiration for your own reflections and writing. Will Burns will be on hand to guide and support you throughout the process.
No prior experience in poetry or creative writing is required to join, everyone is welcome!
Session Dates & Timings
To attend all four sessions, you can pick the bundle option. All sessions run from 11 AM – 13 PM.
Saturday January 31
Saturday February 28
Saturday March 28
Saturday April 25
About Will Burns:
Will Burns is a poet and novelist. He was named a Faber New Poet in 2014 and has since published several poetry collections, including Natural Burial Ground (Brown Book Group, 2024), Country Music (Offord Road Books, 2020)—which won the 2021 Laurel Prize for Best First Collection—and Germ Songs (Rough Trade Books, 2019). In 2019, he collaborated with composer Hannah Peel on the album Chalk Hill Blue, combining poetry and music. His debut novel, The Paper Lantern (Weidenfeld & Nicholson, 2021), earned him a place on The Observer’s Top 10 Debut Novelists of 2021 list.
About OmVed Gardens:
OmVed Gardens is a garden, exhibition, events, and learning space in North London dedicated to exploring the connections between food, ecology and creativity for health and climate resilience. We are on a mission to inspire ecological awareness and action, and deepen our understanding of interconnectedness with the natural world.
As a registered Community Interest Company, all our activities prioritise social and ecological objectives. Whether collaborating with chefs, creatives, gardeners, or schools, OmVed Gardens is a hub for education, connection, and action. We aim to inspire individuals and communities to reimagine their role in building a healthier, more resilient world.
We work to increase biodiversity - of species, seeds, food systems, and participation, through regenerative gardening, seed saving, habitat creation, and ecological education. Our space serves as a living example of how urban areas can be transformed into thriving ecosystems that support both human and non-human communities.
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Subsidised Tickets:
We would love to encourage young people to join the group. People between 16- 25 can avail of a 50% discount on the programme; please write to us at events@omvedgardens.com with the name of the event and attach your I.D. to avail of the young person discount. Subject to availability.
Refund Policy:
Non-refundable unless a waiting list exists for the session
