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Situated in the heart of rural South-West France, just 1 hour east of Bordeaux, Le Manoir de Gurson provides fully-catered writing and art retreats in 98 acres of beautiful scenery.

Our 1-week courses are suitable for the complete beginner, improver or more experienced artist, covering a wide range of subjects and media.


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School / Office Address: Beaulieu, 24610 Montpeyroux
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