CALL OPEN FOR THOOR BALLYLEE LITERARY ARTIST IN RESIDENCE 2026

Thoor Ballylee is a historic riverside tower in County Galway, closely connected to W.B. Yeats, who spent summers there and wrote some of his most celebrated works.

The Yeats Thoor Ballylee Society invites applications for a two-week literary residency running from 31 July to 14 August 2026.

Who can apply?
Writers working in poetry, literature, or drama.

What’s included?
–  accommodation in Gort (approx. 7 km from Thoor Ballylee)
– €80 daily stipend
– access to a studio space (10am–5pm daily)

Travel to Ireland and local transport must be arranged and covered by the participant.

Expectations:
– engage with local literary community
– offer a workshop and/or reading/performance

How to apply?
Send a single PDF including:
– cover letter (including connection to W. B. Yeats)
– CV
– writing sample or website link
– confirmation of availability during residency dates

Send your application here: yeatsstudioresidency@gmail.com
Deadline: 22 May 2026
Results announcement: by 15 June 2026

All the information can be found here