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Writers in Residence

Tom Murray and Stuart Hepburn are the area's writers in residence.

If you are a local resident and are interested in creative writing then Tom and Stuart are interested in hearing from you.

Their 18 month residency is supported by the Scottish Arts Council pARTners programme in conjunction with Cultural and Community Services.

Whatever level your writing is at, whether you are interested in developing your skills, are looking for advice or feedback or simply someone to bounce ideas off they want to hear from you.

Stuart and Tom welcome contact from people of all ages including:

  • budding poets;
  • novelists;
  • scriptwriters;
  • individuals;
  • groups.

Surgeries with Stuart Hepburn

Stuart is available to discuss your writing at:

  • Alloa Library
    • Mondays between 3.00 pm and 7.00 pm
    • Please book a time through the Library, Tel: 01259 722262.

Surgeries with Tom Murray

Tom is available to discuss your writing at:

  • Alloa Library
    • Wednesdays between 5.00 pm and 7.00 pm
    • Please book a time through the Library, Tel: 01259 722262.
  • The Art Shop, Tron Court, Tullibody
    • Tuesdays between 11.30 am and 3.00 pm
    • This is a drop-in, so no need to book.

Recent Projects

Further Information

You are welcome to email Tom at tmurray@clacksweb.org.uk or Stuart at shepburn@clacksweb.org.uk.

For further information, you can also visit the Clackmannanshire Writers' site.

Contact information

For further information about this page please contact:

Cultural Planner, Cultural and Community Services
Alva CAP, 153 West Stirling Street, Alva
Tel: 01259 763940 / 450000 Fax: 01259 760546
Email:

Or use the on-line contact form.