Poetry12 Nov 2024Fiddle linked to Robert Burns to be used at gigsThe instrument is usually on display in the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum in Alloway.12 Nov 2024Glasgow & West Scotland10 Nov 2024War poet Wilfred Owen's birthplace to be soldThe Georgian property linked to a poet who represents a generation of fallen men is Grade II listed.10 Nov 2024Shropshire2 Nov 2024Poetry competition open ahead of literature festivalThe poetry competition is part of Wolverhampton Literature Festival.2 Nov 2024Wolverhampton22 Oct 2024John Cooper Clarke premieres new poemThe poet, dubbed the bard of Salford, gives the BBC a preview of his newly penned poem.22 Oct 2024Manchester16 Oct 2024Blue plaque honour to poet and activist unveiledThe Birmingham-born poet and writer died last December at the age of 65.16 Oct 2024Birmingham & Black Country14 Oct 2024John Cooper Clarke to become 'first arena poet'The "bard of Salford" will play the UK's largest arena in celebration of World Poetry Day.14 Oct 2024Manchester8 Oct 2024Young poets sought for city competitionWolverhampton's library service is seeking a Young Poet Laureate and Primary Poet Champion. 8 Oct 2024Wolverhampton7 Oct 2024Meet the 'busking poet' who writes on demandLaw student Joel Wilson and his typewriter are becoming a popular sight in York city centre.7 Oct 2024North Yorkshire25 Sep 2024Plan submitted to turn poet's home into museumCumbrian poet Norman Nicholson lived at 14 St George's Terrace for almost his entire life.25 Sep 2024
