Waking the Dead Flash Fiction Workshop

Come to the Cemetery Park and have a go at writing flash fiction as you explore your local burial ground for part of National Cemeteries Week!

This three-hour workshop will take inspiration from the history of some of the gravestones in the Cemetery Park, which we will learn about from Claire Slack, the Park's Heritage Officer. Once we have had a chance to explore the park, learn some local history, and enjoy a short break, we will use the material we have gathered to write some flash fiction ('short short' stories) of our own. 

The flash fiction workshop will be led by Tabitha Potts, a local writer and winner of the Almasi League Micro Fiction prize among others. You will have the chance to record your flash fiction at the end of the workshop for a special edition of Tabitha's literary podcast, www.storyradio.org. No previous writing experience is required - just bring a notebook and pen! Suitable for adults and children aged 12 and older but all under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

ON THE DAY

1) Please arrive on time and go to the meeting area: the Soanes Centre (on the right as you enter via our main gates on Southern Grove E3).

2) If you have any issues on the day, your contact is Claire. On the day please contact them on 07580316403 if you have any issues.

3) Snacks and refreshments will be provided but please bring your own reusable cup if you have one and any specific snacks you might like

4) This workshop will be partially outside so please dress for the weather!

Access statement

• This is an accessible, inclusive flash fiction workshop. The maximum number of participants is 15. This event is suitable for ages 12+ but all under 16s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. 

• We will cover a distance of less than 1km. The main paths are approx 1-2m wide and their surface is crushed concrete fines, a type of hard-packed fine gravel (which doesn't turn to mud in rain) or earth. We may move into more uneven areas but these can be avoided if necessary. A circular route around edge of the Cemetery Park is approx 1km with one steeper slope and some shallow slopes. There are 2 areas with steps, but these are avoidable. There are benches with backs at regular distances around the Cemetery Park. Some of the site is shaded.

• If arranged in advance a motorised vehicle could also drive onto the site depending on availability. If required this must be booked by emailing contact@fothcp.org. Bicycles and motorbikes are welcome on site with no booking but you must bring your own bike locks. There is on-street parking available but this is only free at weekends or after 5.30pm on weekdays.

• Please contact us if you have any specific access needs and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

• Toilets will be available in the Soanes Centre. There is a toilet that was deemed accessible when it was refurbished in 2007, but it is not accessible in line with today's standards. It is approx 2x2 m2 and there is a fixed support bar on the left of the toilet, with a movable bar on the right. There is no adult changing table or hoist.

• We are not able to offer baby-changing facilities but we can provide a private space for changing and breastfeeding on request.

• If you require prayer space during this event please let us know and we’ll do our best to provide a quiet, private space for you.

• We aim to make our events as accessible as possible, and are learning constantly how to do this better. If you would like to let us know about any specific requirements or access needs that you would like us to meet, or offer feedback on our accessibility arrangements, please email contact@fothcp.org.

Refund policy: If you tell us that you want to cancel your ticket, we will only give you a refund for payment or donation if you request one, and if you give a minimum of 48 hours notice before the start of the event.

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