As a work retreat, Hald Hovedgaard is perfectly situated in its own newly renovated park by the large Hald Lake which is surrounded by an oak-wood forest and a traditional moor within walking distance: Both far from the world’s turmoil and close to all modern conveniences.
Many daily city buses and motor coaches connect Hald to the charming town of Viborg within 10 km as well as to the closest shops that are 5 kilometres away.
At Hald Hovedgaard each writer gets a room with a bed, a desk, an office chair and a comfy chair. Toilets and baths are in the hallways.
Many rooms like the Knights Hall, the Fireplace Room, the Garden Room, the Tower Library and – not to forget – the Manor Kitchen are shared for all to use.
Beside that Hald Hovedgaard provides the facilities that a modern writer needs:
- Wi-fi throughout the main building)
- Printer and photo-copier
- Washing machine and dryer
There are three or four employees at Hald on a daily basis who can provide information and other practical assistance.
Unfortunately, the facilities at Hald Hovedgaard are not wheelchair accessible. It is a very old house with both lots of stairs and high doorsteps.
Refugiehåndbogen (The Retreat Handbook) is sent to all writers who are accepted for a working residency at Hald’s main building. The handbook provides an impression of how the place functions with eight working guests.