A Decade of Nottingham Poetry Festival
Metronome Nottingham
Sunday 23 November 2025
4:00 pm : Doors
Seated
Tickets
General admission : Free
Pay as you feel £5
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Celebrate the vibrancy of Nottingham’s poetry scene at a special event marking the 10th birthday of the Nottingham Poetry Festival! Join us for an inspiring day filled with performances from some of the city’s most talented groups, showcasing the passion, creativity, and voices that make Nottingham a UNESCO City of Literature.
Browse the poetry fair with stalls from local collectives, take part in fun activities and a poetry themed quiz, and enjoy a evening of readings and spoken-word performances. Whether you’re a seasoned poetry lover or just curious about the scene, come along, say hello, and discover the energy and community that makes Nottingham’s poetry culture so unique.
Accessibility
Standing gigs offer accessibility for disabled patrons in our mezzanine. We will always do our best to accommodate individual requirements, and other viewing options may be available at standing gigs following a risk assessment of the event.
Please click here for full accessibility information.
If you have any particular requirements or queries, please email us ahead of the event at [email protected].
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A Decade of Nottingham Poetry Festival
Celebrate the vibrancy of Nottingham’s poetry scene at a special event marking the 10th birthday of the Nottingham Poetry Festival! Join us for an inspiring day filled with performances from some of the city’s most talented groups, showcasing the passion, creativity, and voices that make Nottingham a UNESCO City of Literature.
Browse the poetry fair with stalls from local collectives, take part in fun activities and a poetry themed quiz, and enjoy a evening of readings and spoken-word performances. Whether you’re a seasoned poetry lover or just curious about the scene, come along, say hello, and discover the energy and community that makes Nottingham’s poetry culture so unique.
Accessibility
Standing gigs offer accessibility for disabled patrons in our mezzanine. We will always do our best to accommodate individual requirements, and other viewing options may be available at standing gigs following a risk assessment of the event.
Please click here for full accessibility information.
If you have any particular requirements or queries, please email us ahead of the event at [email protected].
