Ledbury Poetry

Got plans next Friday? We’ve got a Diversion for you. Spoken word, sharp wit, big opinions and an open mic.…

Pamphlet Hour at Ledbury Poetry Festival You can now read the full conversion from the special pamphlet…

Your Life in Poetry “If you could choose one poem to describe your childhood, what would it be?” Perhaps it…

What does poetry mean to us? A voice. A connection. A different way of seeing the world. It can challenge.…

Love poetry? Be part of it. From just £30 a year, Ledbury Poetry Membership brings you closer to the poetry…

September is here. But how would you describe it? Here’s the challenge: describe September without using the…

With schools heading back next week, we're reminded of one of the most inspiring moments from this year's…

Poetry changes lives. You can help make it happen by getting involved and supporting what we do! Behind…

Get ready for a fun evening of spoken word, featuring multi-slam winners Chloë Jacquet and Clive Oseman…

Did you catch one of the most moving moments of this year’s festival? Aspire Drama: The Phoenix reminded us…

For showing up. For listening. For sharing words, ideas and moments with us. Because poetry does something…

Every day at Ledbury Poetry Festival had its own rhythm. Some moments made us laugh. Others made us think.…

Got something to say? Make it count and join in! Word Crew is back this September! Whether you’re already…

VERVE Sunday brought a whole new energy to the festival. From open mic debuts and exciting new voices to…

When poets turn to prose... what changes? One of the hidden gems of this year's festival was Poets Prosing…

The deadline is today at 5pm but please reach out if you’re interested! Could you help shape the future of…

Our first Saturday did not disappoint. From bold new voices to literary legends, our first full day of…

We’re Hiring and the deadline to apply is this Friday, 31st July, 5pm. Could you be our next Development…

What an opening night. Summer called... and Versopolis answered. Our 2026 festival began by welcoming two…

Join us at the Ledbury Poetry Monthly Book Club as we explore the work of one of Ireland's most celebrated…

It all began on a beautiful summer's evening in Ledbury, and what followed was 10 glorious days of poetry…

There’s still time to book… Join the crew this summer and develop your writing with support from…

If you’re missing the Ledbury Poetry Festival like we are, here’s a throwback to our unforgettable first…

Still feeling inspired after Ledbury Poetry Festival? Why not keep the poetry going by joining our Monthly…