Ledbury Poetry Slam!

It's a knockout night in Ledbury as poets take the page onto the stage to compete for points that lead to prizes! In this ever-popular contest, brave bards air their own poems in a bid to reach the hearts and hearing parts of the public. Judges rate the quality of writing, performance and warmth of the applaudience, so who will be crowned Ledbury Poetry Slam Champion 2026? Come and lend your support for those aiming to stanza and deliver! Elvis McGonagall and Sara-Jane Arbury compère and contrast in an evening of good verse-vibrations. To enter as a competitor, please email Sara-Jane at sjarbury[at]gmail.com.

PLEASE NOTE: This event may contain adult language and subject matter.

Tickets available from Ledbury Poetry Festival