The longest running poetry festival in the UK, set in Shakespeare's hometown in celebration of the bard himself as well as poetry past and present. A stellar line-up of actors will be performing plays and poetry . There promises to be something for everyone including the welcome return of People's Poetry Sunday.
Features a line-up of headlining artists, outdoor performances, public participation and sparking entertainment makes up an exciting programme of events that will leave Stratford saturated in verse and the spoken word!
Where? Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire.
When? Usually throughout July. Check official site
Who? 2016 TBA
How much? Check official site for costs.
Festival Website: www.shakespeare.org.uk
The 2014 festival featured the work of Dylan Thomas, Seamus Heaney, poets of the First World War. There is a local poetry evening, children's events, free poetry workshops and the Poet in Residence for 2014 is Jo Bell.
Dame Judi Dench is booked for the grand finale event, when she will share some of her favourite poems and talk about her life in theatre.
If you are involved in this festival you can update or change details via the organisers page . Authors can list here.