Open Mic and reading with Ilse Pedler

Come and meet local poets and writers for an informal evening of readings. Bring your own work, a favourite poem to share, or just come and listen.

Sign up on the door for a five-minute open mic spot. Experienced writers or newcomers’ welcome whatever your poetry style.

Ilse Pedler is a widely published prize-winning poet and workshop leader. She has facilitated workshops for many different organisations and is also poet in residence at Sidmouth Folk Festival and co-editor of Bending The Arc, a Substack of thrutopian writing. It's important to Ilse in facilitating poetry events that they should be inclusive, stimulating and promote a sense of community.