Holding Space for Women Workshop with ND Gals Club & Emma-Jane Barlow
Thu 10 Sept · 18:00
SEESAW
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A workshop titled Holding Space for Women will take place at SEESAW on 10 September 2026 alongside the ND Gals Club and Emma-Jane Barlow. The session explores girlhood and womanhood through meditation and creative writing. Tickets cost between £8.00 and £10.00.
A gentle writing workshop exploring girlhood, sisterhood and womanhood through meditation, creative writing and shared reflection.
Current and new members of the ND Gals Club: we are inviting all you lovely gals and pals to this month's ND Gals Creative Club writing workshop with bestselling, Manchester-based poet and ND Gals member Emma-Jane Barlow (EJ).
Holding Space for Women: A Poetry & Creative Writing Workshop
Join us for an evening of gentle creativity, connection and reflection at Holding Space for Women: a 2-hour in-person poetry and creative writing workshop. All women are welcome. No writing experience needed.
Through guided meditation, creative writing, and collaborative tasks, you'll explore your own journey through girlhood to womanhood in a safe, nurturing space.
There will be soft music and plenty of time to connect with other women over shared words and experience.
You'll leave with new writing, new connections and a collaborative poem that belongs to the whole group.
Come as you are. Bring an open heart. All words and stories are welcome.
When: Thursday 10th September 2026, 6 PM- 8 PM
Where: Seesaw Studios, Manchester
Cost: £10 (£8 early bird offer).
About the facilitator:
Emma-Jane Barlow (EJ) is a neurodivergent poet, author and spoken word performer from Manchester, UK. Author of Darkness & Light and Sins & Sunflowers. Longlisted for the Heroica Poetry Prize (2024) and runner-up for the Happiful Poetry Prize (2025). She currently facilitates online workshops called Holding Space and is editing her third collection. Follow @emmajanepoetry, @holdingspaceforpoetry on Instagram and subscribe to her free newsletter Threads of Hope on Substack.
When & where:
Book your place for the event by contributing £10 (to cover venue costs) will act as your entry ticket. (£8 for early bird ticket).
Resources will be provided, but feel free to bring a fancy notebook and pen if you wish!
Date: Thursday 10th September 2026,
6 pm - 8 pm
Location: Seesaw Studios, 86 Princess Street, M1 6NG
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Holding Space for Women Workshop with ND Gals Club & Emma-Jane Barlow takes place on Thursday, 10 September 2026 at 18:00.
Holding Space for Women Workshop with ND Gals Club & Emma-Jane Barlow is held at SEESAW in Manchester (86 Princess Street, Manchester, M1 6NG).
Tickets for Holding Space for Women Workshop with ND Gals Club & Emma-Jane Barlow range from £8 to £10. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Tickets for Holding Space for Women Workshop with ND Gals Club & Emma-Jane Barlow can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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A workshop titled Holding Space for Women will take place at SEESAW on 10 September 2026 alongside the ND Gals Club and Emma-Jane Barlow. The session explores girlhood and womanhood through meditation and creative writing. Tickets cost between £8.00 and £10.00.
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A gentle writing workshop exploring girlhood, sisterhood and womanhood through meditation, creative writing and shared reflection.
Current and new members of the ND Gals Club: we are inviting all you lovely gals and pals to this month's ND Gals Creative Club writing workshop with bestselling, Manchester-based poet and ND Gals member Emma-Jane Barlow (EJ).
Holding Space for Women: A Poetry & Creative Writing Workshop
Join us for an evening of gentle creativity, connection and reflection at Holding Space for Women: a 2-hour in-person poetry and creative writing workshop. All women are welcome. No writing experience needed.
Through guided meditation, creative writing, and collaborative tasks, you'll explore your own journey through girlhood to womanhood in a safe, nurturing space.
There will be soft music and plenty of time to connect with other women over shared words and experience.
You'll leave with new writing, new connections and a collaborative poem that belongs to the whole group.
Come as you are. Bring an open heart. All words and stories are welcome.
When: Thursday 10th September 2026, 6 PM- 8 PM
Where: Seesaw Studios, Manchester
Cost: £10 (£8 early bird offer).
About the facilitator:
Emma-Jane Barlow (EJ) is a neurodivergent poet, author and spoken word performer from Manchester, UK. Author of Darkness & Light and Sins & Sunflowers. Longlisted for the Heroica Poetry Prize (2024) and runner-up for the Happiful Poetry Prize (2025). She currently facilitates online workshops called Holding Space and is editing her third collection. Follow @emmajanepoetry, @holdingspaceforpoetry on Instagram and subscribe to her free newsletter Threads of Hope on Substack.
When & where:
Book your place for the event by contributing £10 (to cover venue costs) will act as your entry ticket. (£8 for early bird ticket).
Resources will be provided, but feel free to bring a fancy notebook and pen if you wish!
Date: Thursday 10th September 2026,
6 pm - 8 pm
Location: Seesaw Studios, 86 Princess Street, M1 6NG
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Holding Space for Women Workshop with ND Gals Club & Emma-Jane Barlow?
Holding Space for Women Workshop with ND Gals Club & Emma-Jane Barlow takes place on Thursday, 10 September 2026 at 18:00.
Where is Holding Space for Women Workshop with ND Gals Club & Emma-Jane Barlow taking place?
Holding Space for Women Workshop with ND Gals Club & Emma-Jane Barlow is held at SEESAW in Manchester (86 Princess Street, Manchester, M1 6NG).
How much are tickets for Holding Space for Women Workshop with ND Gals Club & Emma-Jane Barlow?
Tickets for Holding Space for Women Workshop with ND Gals Club & Emma-Jane Barlow range from £8 to £10. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
How do I get tickets for Holding Space for Women Workshop with ND Gals Club & Emma-Jane Barlow?
Tickets for Holding Space for Women Workshop with ND Gals Club & Emma-Jane Barlow can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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