About this Event
Syntax is delighted to once again run this year’s Peterborough Poet Laureate competition to find the next brilliant poet who will fulfil the most unique role our city has to offer. Guaranteed to be a celebration like no other, come join us and revel in the poetic history in the making!
The competition, held annually since 1998, is to find a local poet to hold the honorary title for one year. That means the role is over 25 years old this year and we’re so excited to continue this important tradition with you!
The Peterborough Poet Laureate role is unlike any other, and offers an opportunity to be an ambassador for the city’s poetry community. Previous laureates include Mark Grist, Keely Mills, Malika Speaks, Charley Genever, Clare Currie, Mixxy, and Pete Cox, who all have gone on to become professional working poets. The title will be handed over by our current poet Laureate, Lauren Kendrick.
This year Syntax are very excited to be partnering with University Centre Peterborough, who are supporting the competition and role.
About the final:
The final will take place on Wednesday the 5th February at University Centre Peterborough. Doors open at 6:00pm, with the competition starting promptly at 6:45pm. We aim to finish equally promptly at 9:30pm, but as it’s a live finale, anything could happen!
This year, the first ever Peterborough Poet Laureate, Toby Wood will be hosting the event.
The event is free and open to the public. You are more than welcome to bring your family and friends.
Please book your free tickets, so we know how many people will be in attendance.
Address: Park Crescent,
Peterborough,
Cambridgeshire,
PE1 4DZ
Accessibility info:
The venue is wheelchair accessible with a lift going to the first floor, where the competition is being held.
Toilets are wheelchair accessible.
Refreshments will be available.
There will be a quiet room, for anyone who needs it.
There will be regular breaks between performances.
There will be members of Syntax and Student Ambassadors on the door and at the event who can help or answer any questions.
Travel information:
You can walk to the centre from the city centre, it should take 10-15 minutes.
Here is the University’s how to get here page: Buses and Transport - University Centre Peterborough
The nearest bus stops are on Park road and they are served by the number 2 bus.
Click on Peterborough Bus Times here for the most up to date timetables: https://www.globestudios.co.uk/pbt/routes.html
There is parking but it will be first come, first served basis.
There is a taxi and car drop off point near the venue.
Please do email Keely/Syntax with any access questions or for more information: [email protected]
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
University Centre Peterborough, Park Crescent, Peterborough, United Kingdom
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