During 2008, we heard from a number of people that in order to generate quality work for a reasonably sustained period, thesis candidates need to escape from the distractions of their home and/or work settings.  For that reason, we decided to make the Woodhill Park Research Retreat available to writers.  We found that there was a rewarding uptake of this opportunity, mainly on Fridays, throughout 2008 and a key feature of these occasions was the informal but helpful conversations that occurred during shared lunches.  

But we also discovered that not everyone is able to put Fridays aside for writing.  For that reason, we're expanding the service to meet your needs.  Basically it's very easy: 

Phone Jens Hansen (09 411 7703) to book a Writing Space.  For a small charge (see below) we can let you have access to a quiet space where you can work quietly at your pace on pressing thesis work, dissertations, assignments or reports.   Here's what you get:

• No phones, interruptions and other disturbances;
• Free parking;
• Rural outlook and quiet peaceful environment;
• Morning and afternoon tea;
• Shared lunch with other writers;
• Guidance and expertise from Dr. Jens J. Hansen if needed.

Notes

• Spaces must be pre-confirmed by either phone or answered email (phone Jens or Jenny at 09 411 7703 or email jhansen@woodhillpark.com ;
• Not available for corporate use at this concession rate (corporates, please phone Jens to negotiate a space if you're interested);
• Available weekdays only and may be subject to postponement if we have a conference happening at Woodhill Park;
• Weekend days can be negotiated by special arrangement (phone Jens 09 411 7703 or email jhansen@woodhillpark.com ).