Festival of Writing Bursary
Festival of Writing Bursary Opportunity
Bursary Opportunity
This year, we are pleased to offer one bursary opportunity for the London Festival of Writing 2025.
Information on the bursary and the criteria to apply can be found below.
Please note, travel and accommodation expenses are not covered in the bursary.
The Jericho Writers Bursary
We know how much the Festival can help writers, but we also know that for some this isn’t affordable.
So we are happy to offer one fully-funded weekend ticket for the London Festival of Writing 2025.
This bursary is open to low-income writers.
What’s included?
As part of your full weekend festival ticket you’ll have the option to attend 7 workshops across Saturday and Sunday, two agent or book doctor one-to-ones of your choice (dependent on availability), access to Friday Night Live (but on a Saturday), a gala dinner, and buffet lunch provided on both dates. Please note that accommodation and travel expenses to and from the festival are not covered by the bursary.
How to apply
This bursary is open to low-income writers. To apply, please complete the form below and detail how the bursary will help you.
Frequently asked
questions
What is the deadline for the bursary application?
The deadline for the Jericho Writers Bursary is 23.59 GMT on 1 May 2025. Bursary applications submitted after this time will not be accepted.
Am I eligible for the bursary?
The Jericho Writers Bursary is available to applicants from low-income households.
How will I find out if my bursary application has been successful?
The successful bursary applicant will receive notification via email on 15 May 2025. This email will confirm the successful bursary and what it covers, and details on how to claim the bursary. If you do not receive any communication from us within 5 working days of the 15 May, then unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. However, we encourage you to check out our Bursaries page for future opportunities.
Do I need to be a Premium Member to apply for the bursary?
No, you do not need to be a Premium Member to apply for the Jericho Writers bursary. All writers are welcome to apply, as long as they meet the eligibility criteria set out above.
Is accommodation provided as part of the bursary?
No. Accommodation is not provided as part of the bursary.
Will my travel expenses be covered by the bursary?
No. Travel expenses are not covered as part of the bursary.
Is the bursary only available to UK writers?
No, anyone can apply for the Jericho Writers Bursary. However, accommodation and travel expenses are not covered by the bursary and so will need to be provided for by the individual. We ask that if you apply for the bursary, then you are free and able to attend the Festival of Writing.
When is the London Festival of Writing 2025?
The Festival will be held over Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 June 2025.
Will I be eligible to enter Friday Night Live (but on a Saturday)?
To enter Friday Night Live, you will need to hold either a Saturday or Full Weekend Ticket. Since the Jericho Writers Bursary provides a Full Weekend Ticket, the applicant who receives this bursary is welcome to apply.
Will I receive a Festival of Writing agent one-to-one session with the bursary?
The recipient of the Jericho Writers Bursary will receive 2 x one-to-ones each.
How will I book my agent one-to-one session/s?
If your application is successful, you will receive a coupon code to claim your Festival ticket. Once claimed, a booking link will be sent to you via email where you can access the booking form and confirm your agent one-to-one session.
How will I know what workshops sessions I can book for the Festival of Writing?
If your application is successful, you will receive a coupon code to claim your Festival ticket. Once claimed, a booking link will be sent to you via email where you can access the booking form and select your Festival workshops.
Where can I find more information about the London Festival of Writing 2025?
For more information on the London Festival of Writing, including workshops, guest speakers, agents and book doctors, either visit our festival page for all the latest news or download our Festival Brochure.