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Inspire Poetry Festival 2026 - Desert Island Poems: Paul Farley in Conversation with Clare Brown
An evening of poetry, as acclaimed poet Paul Farley shares his desert island poems in conversation …
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John Clare & Me, Two Lives in Poetry and Music
Community Event
3.30pm, Sunday 27 September
Southwell Library
£7 (refreshments included!) | Booking advised
For adults
Not Scary Poetry Society presents an afternoon inspired by the life and work of John Clare, the ‘Northamptonshire peasant poet’, through poetry and music. Discover words and melodies, shaped by Clare’s deep connection to the English countryside and the natural world, accompanied by tea and a delicious slice of cake.
About Not Scary Poetry Society
The Not Scary Poetry Society meets regularly at Southwell Library on the first Friday of every month at 5pm. New members are warmly welcomed. Ask at the library for more details.
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Places are limited, so booking is highly advised.
Places are limited, so booking is highly advised.