The Institute for the Study of Science, Technology and Innovation (ISSTI) at The University of Edinburgh and the AsSIST-UK Early Career Researchers (ECR) Group are pleased to announce the annual week-long writing retreat between 6th and 13nd February 2026.
The retreat will be hosted at the Grade-II-listed Eden House near Penrith, Cumbria, on the edge of the picturesque Eden Valley, just outside the Lake District.
To be eligible for the retreat, you must have a writing project to work on and be a Masters or PhD student, or early-stage academic, engaging in research in a topic relating to the broad fields of Science and Technology Studies (STS) and Innovation Studies.
There is no travel funding available, but as always, the attendance is free of charge.
Alongside writing, there will be opportunities for informal feedback and discussion of cross-cutting topics and issues, as well as film nights, nature walks, etc
Apply now – the deadline is 5th December 2025. Applicants will be notified of the outcome of the selection process by 15th December.
To apply for a space, please complete our online form below:
