Write Around the Island: A Day of Estuary Exploration with Graham Harwood, Matsuko Yokokoji and Gerolamo Gnecci

Monday 16 June, 9.30am – 6.15pm

Leigh-on-Sea Station, Belton Way, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 2ET

Join artists and estuary philosophers Graham Harwood, Matsuko Yokokoji and Gerolamo Gnecci for a hands-on adventure and workshop along the atmospheric foreshore and on the water. This immersive day invites writers to explore the evocative edges where land meets water.

The day begins with a morning mud walk, followed by a shared lunch and an afternoon foray by small boat into the winding creeks of Two Tree Island. Along the way, who knows what muddy relics, sunken wrecks, or flashes of wildlife you might encounter? Come prepared to get mucky in the estuary—and find inspiration.

In partnership with the Belton Way Small Craft Club.

Tickets: £25

Box Office: eventbrite

Part of Essex Writers House

Essex Writers House is back this June 2025 – and it’s bigger, bolder, and bursting with creative opportunities.

An inspiring lineup of events including wild swimming, wild hot desks, estuary mud walks, writing walks, film screenings, open advice sessions and collaborative co-writing spaces.

Come write, connect, and get muddy with us.

Visit metalculture.com/projects/essex-writers-house-2025/ for full programme details