WENLOCK POETRY FESTIVAL

A NEW EVENT IN THE UK'S POETIC HEARTLAND

Wenlock Poetry Festival is an annual celebration of the very best in poetry. It was held for the first time in the Shropshire town of Much Wenlock from 9 - 11 April 2010 under the patronage of Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy, former Poet Laureate Andrew Motion and National Poet for Wales Gillian Clarke.

This three day event featured a full programme of events for both children and adults. Whether a regular at festivals or a newcomer to them, there was something for everyone. Poets were involved in both readings and workshops and in addition there were some original ways of looking at poetry.

The festival will build upon Shropshire's rich poetic heritage to make Much Wenlock - the heart of Houseman country - a national centre for poetry; celebrating its creativity, recognising its relevance and revelling in its beauty.

Wenlock Poetry Festival is brought to you by leading independent bookseller, Wenlock Books, in partnership with The Edge Arts Centre and the Arvon Foundation.

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