

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Peterborough Poet Laureate Final- 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 04 Feb, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed, 04 Feb, 2026 at 09:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join Syntax Poetry and University Centre Peterborough and find out who will be the next Peterborough Poet Laureate for 2026.About this EventSyntax 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 nearly thirty years old 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, Alex Tyler.Syntax are partnering again with University Centre Peterborough, who have been supporting the competition and role. Syntax are so honoured that they are continuing to work with us and the role this year.About the final:The final will take place on Wednesday the 4th 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 9:00pm, but as it’s a live finale, anything could happen! The night will include performances by the finalists, a round up performance by the present laureate Alex Tyler and some other treats. After,the finalists have performed then the panel of judges will make their decision and then the new laureate will be announced on the night.We are pleased to have Toby Wood hosting the event too.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 4DZAccessibility info:The venue is wheelchair accessible with a lift going to the first floor but the room we are in, is on the ground level.Toilets are wheelchair accessible and nearby.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 UCP 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 PeterboroughThe 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.htmlThere 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: poetrysyntax@gmail.com
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Peterborough
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: University Centre Peterborough
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- **full address**: University Centre Peterborough, Park Crescent, Peterborough, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Wed, 04 Feb, 2026 at 06:30 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** University Centre Peterborough, Park Crescent, Peterborough, United Kingdom
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- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Syntax Poetry
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, literary-art, contests
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