In the lead-up to the 2024/5 Fenland Poet Laureate Awards, free poetry workshops will take place in Whittlesey and Wisbech (on the theme of roots).
Participants will look at a series of poems relating to the theme of roots (where we are from). Inspired by these poems, we will map our childhood haunts and remember places that aren’t on the map! As we build lists of these places, gradually we will work towards creating poems from our roots maps. We’ll look at the ways in which we can utilise different poetic forms, such as the abecedarian to incorporate our place lists.
Teas, coffees and complimentary biscuits (the latter courtesy of landlord Adam) will be available at The Letter B, with an option to stay for lunch after the poetry workshop.
With thanks to Wisbech Town Council and Adam at The Letter B for providing free venues for these events.
Kind regards,
Elisabeth
