# Event Details - **Event Name**: In Search of London’s Poets: a Poetry Walk with Liz Ison - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 25 Jan, 2026 at 09:50 am – Sun, 25 Jan, 2026 at 12:00 pm - **Event Description**: Back by popular demand and to mark the publication of 100 Poems to Grow Your ConfidenceAbout this EventExplore the literary landmarks and poetic stories of the London neighbourhoods of Marylebone and Soho with Liz Ison, editor of 100 Poems to Grow Your Confidence (Batsford).We’ll be exploring the literary landmarks and poetic stories of Marylebone and Soho and ending at Oxford Street’s literary landmark, the Poetry Ph*rm*cy. Included in the walk will be tales about Lord Byron, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Katherine Mansfield, Dylan Thomas, William Blake, Shakespeare, Shelley, Oscar Wilde. The aim is to “take poetry for a walk” so we will be including readings along the way.Discover:• How the reclusive Elizabeth Barrett Browning regained her confidence• How the golden age of radio revolutionised poetry - BBC Broadcasting House• In which London pub the outgoing Dylan Thomas left his manuscript of Under Milk Wood• Whether Shelley’s arrival in Soho was fuelled by over-confidence• How self-belief led to the rise and fall of Lord Byron and Oscar WildeMeeting point: Hanover Square: the corner of Tenterden Street outside the Bond Street Elizabeth Line tube entrance. Postcode: W1S 1HU. Close to Oxford Circus/Bond Street tube stations (see image below)Date and Time: Sunday 25th January, 9.50am for a prompt 10am start!End point: The Poetry Ph*rm*cy, Lush, Oxford StreetIncluded in your £35 ticket price:· You will receive a copy of 100 Poems to Grow Your Confidence· Limited edition Poetry Ph*rm*cy Confidence poetry pills· Hot drink and cake at the Poetry Ph*rm*cyDuration: Approximately 1 ¾ - 2 hoursPlease note that the walk will happen no matter what the weather is like, so please dress accordingly!Feedback on ‘In Search of London’s Poets’:“I loved the Poets Tour! Informative, inspiring & hugely enjoyable. Liz is a superstar.”“Liz has been very lovely. Will come back for another walk”“Such a lovely morning meeting past and present literary giants. Thank you so much”“Exactly what I needed! Loved uncovering all these special corners of London. Thank you!”About Liz IsonLiz believes in the transformative power of poetry. She runs regular shared reading groups and has conducted workshops encouraging a daily poetry habit and extolling the benefits of reading aloud, and reading together. Liz has edited several poetry anthologies including A Poem to Read Aloud Every Day of the Year (Batsford 2023), Poems for Tortured Souls (Hachette Children’s Group 2024), 100 Poems to Help you Heal and 100 Poems to Help you Relax. She is a museum educator at the Charles Dickens Museum. Liz has a degree in English literature and social science from the University of Cambridge and a doctorate from University College London for research into childhood speech and literacy development.You can follow Liz on Instagram @liz.ison - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/in-search-of-london’s-poets-a-poetry-walk-with-liz-ison/100001965210626887 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, meetups, workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 35, max: 35, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Hanover Square - **lat**: 51.513845 - **long**: -0.1443492 - **full address**: Hanover Square, Hanover Square, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: In Search of London’s Poets: a Poetry Walk with Liz Ison - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/98b730b31c10b98219f828403a1401b79e2cec3a9cb58ec117049796bfb29f62-rimg-w1200-h600-dc1f1e1b-gmir.jpg?v=1762628745 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is In Search of London’s Poets: a Poetry Walk with Liz Ison being held? - **A:** In Search of London’s Poets: a Poetry Walk with Liz Ison takes place on Sun, 25 Jan, 2026 at 09:50 am to Sun, 25 Jan, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Hanover Square, Hanover Square, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for In Search of London’s Poets: a Poetry Walk with Liz Ison? - **A:** Tickets for In Search of London’s Poets: a Poetry Walk with Liz Ison are priced at GBP 35 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionGBP 35Available - **Q**: Who is organizing In Search of London’s Poets: a Poetry Walk with Liz Ison? - **A:** In Search of London’s Poets: a Poetry Walk with Liz Ison is organized by Poetry Pharmacy- Deborah Alma. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** In Search of London’s Poets: a Poetry Walk with Liz Ison is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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You will also find information about our regular reading and writing groups.We aim to host the country’s best poets and workshop leaders, with a strong emphasis on good mental health and well being in this lazy Shropshire town, with its beautiful surroundings. Set in the beautiful hills that inspired some of our greatest writers and in the heart of AE Housman and Mary Webb country." } ] } ] ```