Jonathan Davidson

Sighted, in the wild. Oddly enough by a clown friend on the way back from a clown job. Yep.

Only a few spots left! Join Dr Nick Makoha and AK Blakemore for an unforgettable residential writing course at @arvonfoundation :
The Hurst, Shropshire, 13–18 October 2025
Starting to Write
 Guest Tutor: Jonathan Davidson Whether you’re just starting out or returning to the page, this course offers expert guidance, daily workshops, one-to-one tutorials, evening readings, and uninterrupted time to write — all in a stunning countryside retreat. 7 of 16 places are already booked – and the rest are going fast! Two of the remaining spots are concession places at 30% off for low-waged writers or those receiving certain benefits. “The time will come when, with elation, you will greet yourself arriving at your own door... and each will smile at the other’s welcome.”
— Derek Walcott, Love After Love At Arvon, we believe everyone can be a writer. Our mission is to create the conditions where creativity thrives — through expert teaching, community, and the gift of focused time and space. Come see what language can do. Arvon is widely regarded as one of the top writing retreats in the world, offering time, space, and expert support for writers at all stages. Book via @arvonfoundation ’s bio or at arvon.org or in Nick’s Bio #Arvon #WritingRetreat #NickMakoha #AKBlakemore #JonathanDavidson #DerekWalcott #LoveAfterLove #CreativeWriting #PoetryCommunity #AmWriting #WritingLife #WritingCourse #WritersOfInstagram

As thrilling a read the second time as the first, this is a fine piece of writing from my friend Jo Bell. A journey by heart, by mind and by boat (narrow but not). Recommended heartily!

Dreams can come true! Have begun my journey to Uttoxeter for Writing West Midlands‘ Regional Writers Meet-Up, this first 4km by bike along the canal. The rest by train.

To celebrate The Murmuration of Words Exhibition, there will be FOUR inspirational poetry workshops. Over the next four days, I will be introducing each workshop and workshop leader to you, so tune in and enjoy. Places are limited, and booking is essential, so don’t leave it until the last minute to reserve your place! To book, visit: The first workshop will be at the start of the school half-term on Monday/Dydd Llun, 28th October/ Hydref. Wordy Bird Workshop – Multi-Media and Found poetry Workshop with Emily Laurens and Bean Sawyer at Tŷ’r Pererin, Educational and Pilgrimage Centre, St Davids from 10- 12.30pm, cost £35. In this hands-on workshop, we will explore the theme of birds and flight, using a selection of words cut out of old books and magazines. There will be a variety of mediums to experiment with, including: block printing, cyanotype photographic printing, fabrics, and collage for you to create your own poetry wordy bird to take home. Found poetry is the literary equivalent of collage; taking words and phrases from other sources to create unique poems. #orielyparc #stdavidscathedral #poetryworkshop #whatsoninwales #stdavids @emilymlaurens @jo_bell1 @jonathanfrederickdavidson @jane_campbell_poet @orielyparc @pilgrimshouse @write4word @dominic.coracle

Good paintings; short poems. In handy book-form for ease and comfort. With @annadillonartist From @tworiverspress

The Severn at Bewdley and then a lovely viaduct and finally pleasing rust at Kidderminster Station, seen as I take the train home

A simple English church. Good stonework. Within it memorial to dear friend, Humphrey Coningsby. Missing, presumed... on his way home. He may yet walk back into my life. Or I may walk into his. /book/14/humfrey_coningsby

Hmmm. OK.

Hades...

Temple of Relief (detail)