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Room to Write

Deadline for submissions is Sunday 31 May 2026 at 12pm.

Before you complete this application form for Room to Write 2026, please read through all the details about eligibility, assessment criteria and Terms and Conditions, at

Questions marked with an asterisk (*) are compulsory. Submission will not be possible unless these questions are completed.

For any further queries or questions please contact
roomtowrite@hayfestival.org
1.Full name(Required.)
2.Full address including postcode(Required.)
3.Email address(Required.)
4.Mobile number(Required.)
5.Please provide a description of your work and explain how a change of place or space will support its development. (Max: 500 words)(Required.)
6.Please provide a short writing sample (Max: 500 words)(Required.)
7.Please provide a brief biography (Max: 200 words).(Required.)
8.GDPR: Hay Festival are committed to protecting your privacy and data. The personal data you provide in the completion of this application form will be used by Hay Festival to administer your application in accordance with GDPR. This data will be retained for the duration of the application process and for a reasonable time for reporting and evaluation.

Do you consent to Hay Festival storing and using the data provided in this way?(Required.)
9.Hay Festival would like to send you information about its events, opportunities, and products by email. You may remove your consent to receive Hay Festival information about its events, services, and products at any time. To view your personal data held by Hay Festival please contact us.(Required.)
10.By submitting this application form you agree to the Room to Write Terms and Conditions(Required.)
11.Where did you hear about this opportunity?(Required.)