Cafe Writers in person open mic

We are returning to the Plantation Gardens Norwich on 16th August 2025. The event will start at 2pm until about 3.30pm.

Sign up on the day for an Open Mic slot [one poem please] and tell us about your poetry news, events, publications.

Please donate as you come in the gate – minimum £2 to support the upkeep of the Gardens. You can pay by cash or text [details available on site].

There may not be seating for all so bring a blanket – or waterproof if you think the ground maybe wet – or chairs if you can.

You can bring a picnic and non alcoholic drink if you would like to. There is a No Smoking and No Alcohol policy on site. We ask you to take your litter home.

Transport – There are car parks near to Plantation Gardens. You need a smart phone to pay. Alternatively it is a short walk from Car Parks in the city centre and buses stop nearby on Earlham Road. You can take a 26 or 26a bus from outside the railway station (or from city centre). Get off by the Roman Catholic cathedral and the gardens are next door.

If IT RAINS too much we will take a decision on the day to cancel by noon. We will publicise this through the Newsletter and Social media and the Website.

Last year this was a great event – there was some cloud but it didn’t rain! We look forward to seeing you all again.

Also check out other Arts events in Norwich, Literary Art events in Norwich.