About Yorkshire Screenwriters
Yorkshire Screenwriters is a screenwriting development group based on a community, non-profit model, meeting in Leeds, West Yorkshire, with direction and input from a leadership team, and connecting with industry agencies and producers in the region.
The group meets on a monthly basis to share feedback on member scripts in progress, as well as offering our annual 48 hour screenwriting challenge, and Screenwriters' Retreat.
Join in, explore our calendar of events, and take your screenwriting journey to the next level!
Group Activities
Monthly Meetings
On the first Wednesday of each month, members meet either online, or in person at Leeds Trinity's Everyman Cinema, to share feedback on work in progress submitted by members. See our events calendar for details and Eventbrite link to sign up.
All monthly events are free to attend.
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48 Hour Script Challenge
We're planning a 48 hour script challenge, giving writers 48 hours to complete a short film script within set parameters.
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The competition will cost £10 to enter, with a £200 first prize.
Screenwriters' Retreat
In March we hold our three-day writers' retreat in North Yorkshire, inviting members to spend some concentrated time developing their writing, with creative support from the group, in an inspiring setting.
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Costs are around £250 per person with room and board.
Get in Touch
Yorkshire Screenwriters
Email: info@yorkshirescreenwriters.org