

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: FREE: Poetry Performances, workshops and drop-in sessions
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Get inspired to write poetry in our FREE poetry marquee as part of the Bournemouth Writing FestivalAbout this EventWe're going big for the 2026 Bournemouth Writing Festival to showcase the fantastic poetry talent with a marquee in Horseshoe Common on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th April.​There will be drop-in sessions led by Winchester Poetry Festival, plus a programme of performances throughout both days curated by Kim West.Entry is free thanks to funding from Arts Council England and profits from ticket sales.Free Drop-in Sessions and ActivitiesJoin the Winchester Poetry Festival at the Poetry Marquee on Horseshoe Common on Sat 25th and Sun 26th April, 10am-5pm, for drop-in activities inspiring wordplay and expression through poetry. You can get involved in the following:Day in the Life community poem with AJ HardingsonCreate a Poetryzine with AJ HardinsonGet a poem in our poetry tombola with The Poetry ExchangeDownload porety games with Game Poems Magazine and University of SouthamptonCreate a High Street Haiku with Ellora SuttonChildren can create magical charm poems with Nazneen Ahmed PathakSuitable for all ages and abilities, and facilitated by experienced poets and writers.All resources are provided, just bring your curiosity and get ready to dive in!Poetry PerformancesSelected from the magnificant talent pool in the local area, listen and be inspired to a wide range of poets and poetry collectives. See below for the agenda and performers or see the Festival's website for up to date information.Agenda🕑: 10:00 AMWords for WellbeingHost: C.W. BlackburnInfo: Saturday 25th April🕑: 11:45 AMIsaiah DreadsInfo: Saturday 25th April🕑: 01:00 PMKainaatInfo: Saturday 25th April🕑: 02:00 PMDamian Kelly BasherInfo: Saturday 25th April🕑: 02:45 PMAanka BattaInfo: Saturday 25th April🕑: 02:25 PMAbu Ibrahim - aka IBInfo: Saturday 25th April🕑: 03:45 PMIssa Loyaan Farrah-KellyInfo: Saturday 25th April🕑: 04:15 PM - 06:00 PMThe PlatformHost: Abby G PoetreeInfo: Saturday 25th April🕑: 10:00 AMRoots II Soul Poetry - Wild WordsHost: Jamie DerrickInfo: Sunday 26th April🕑: 11:45 AMLighthouse Young WritersInfo: Sunday 26th April🕑: 01:00 PMLitUp CollectiveHost: Nicole DurmanInfo: Sunday 26th April🕑: 02:45 PMVita NovaInfo: Sunday 26th April🕑: 04:15 PM - 06:00 PMWord Makers and Silence BreakersHost: Myriam San MarcoInfo: Sunday 26th April
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Bournemouth
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Horseshoe Common
- **lat**: 50.7220625
- **long**: -1.871082
- **full address**: Horseshoe Common, Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am (+01:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Horseshoe Common, Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom
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- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Bournemouth Writing Festival
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, literary-art, festivals, workshops, performances, entertainment
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