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Regular events in the Leeds and Yorkshire area - and beyond!
As I am based in Leeds, it would be difficult to accurately report on poetry events throughout the country. So have divided this page up into three parts which I update most days.
Firstly there is the Leeds Poetry Events, followed by Yorkshire Poetry Events, then poetry events from Friends to the Site Outside of Yorkshire.
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If you are uncertain which city/town your event is in go to the A to Z Finder at the bottom of the page
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Events in Leeds
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(Including Ben Rhydding, Burley, City Centre, Headingley, Horsforth, Ilkley, Morley, Otley, Woodhouse)
Bone Down
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A literary affinity group that runs poetry open mics socials, one off events, cabaret nights, and collaborations with other Leeds based groups, communities and venues. We focus on platforming marginalised writers and facilitating artistic expression and collaboration to the highest degree. Our open mics reclaim public spaces and take an informal approach to poetry and spoken word.
Venues vary - includes outdoor events.
Quarterly
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Links: Facebook; Instagram; Twitter
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​The Bookish Type Writes
Queer Indie Bookshop in Leeds with writing time events
The Bookish Type, 77a Great George Street, LS1 3BR
Next event: 26th March, 2026, 6.30pm to 8.30pm. £5 (Sold Out)
Links: Instagram, ​The Bookish Type - Independent Queer Bookshop in Leeds
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Brave Words
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Storytelling Our storytelling nights aren’t about well-honed, perfect performances. You don’t need to be a performer at all to share authentic experiences from your life.
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Hoc Loco, Horsforth, LS18 4QB Third Thursday of the month. Last meeting: 17th March 7,30pm, see above / link.
Write Club: Creative prompts to get you writing in a supportive creative writing group led by a professional poet and playwright' Open to all levels of experience!
Online Monthly; first Wednesday of the month, 6pm to 7pm. Next meeting 6th May, 2026, see above
​In person - Weekly on Mondays, 11am -12.30pm. Next meeting: 6th April 2026, see above
Space2, The Old Fire Station, Gipton Approach, Leeds, LS9 6NL
Links: www.bravewords.co.uk
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​Cardigan Arms Open Mic
Open mic. This is mostly music based.
The Cardigan Arms, 364 Kirkstall Road, Leeds, LS4 2HQ
Second & fourth Monday of the month, 7.30pm for 3 hours.
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Links: Cardigan Arms website
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Chemic Tavern open mic
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Open mic for music & spoken word. House guitar and piano available. This is mostly a music eventFree drink for all performers
The Chemic Tavern
The Chemic Tavern (Woodhouse), 9, Johnson Street, Leeds, LS6 2NG
Weekly; Thursday nights
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Chemistry
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Featuring headline sets from established and emerging poets, plus an open mic
The Chemic Tavern (Woodhouse), 9, Johnson Street, Leeds, LS6 2NG
Bi-Monthly; last Friday of every other month
Next Meeting: 29th May, 2026, 7.15pm for a 7.45pm start. See above and links.
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Links: Facebook; organiser Joe Williams’ website
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Cloth & Coal
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Poetry and spoken word open mic
Crank Studios, 1 Beryl Burton Gardens, Morley, LS27 9FN
Every other month; the third Thursday, 8pm.
Next meeting 23 April, 2026, see above.
Links: Instagram
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Crooner Club
Open mic
Bridge End Social, 24-32 Bridge End, Leeds LS1 4DJ
Monthly: 3rd Thursday of the month
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Links: Bridge End Social, Instagram
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Head of Steam, Mill Hill (Leeds)
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Open Mic Night - Got a song to share? A poem? A few tunes you’ve been dying to try out live? Come down to Head of Steam, Mill Hill tonight for our open mic! All abilities welcome - whether it’s your first time on stage or you’re a seasoned performer. (This event has more of a music bias.)
Head of Steam, 6-7 Park Row, Leeds, LS1 5HN
2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, sign up 7pm for 8pm start. See above.
Next meeting: 8th April 2026
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Links: Leeds - Park Row | Head of Steam
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Hyde Park Book Club
Lots of music, comedy and poetry events.
Check the link for the latest.
Open Mic for music and poetry.
Hyde Park Book Club, 27-29 Headingley Lane, Leeds, LS6 1BL
Lit Fest money raiser night and open mic meeting: 2 April 2026.
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Links: Hyde Park Book Club
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We are Leeds Stanza - a monthly meeting linked to @thepoetrysociety
For details contact Becky (leedsstanza @ gmail.com)
Meetings alternate between in-person and Zoom. All welcome.
Meet last Tuesday of every month, from 7pm to 8pm.
Next meeting: 26th May, 2026 on Zoom.
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Links: Instagram
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Manthology
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Join our free sessions with writing prompts, word games, feedback (optional), and more... Open to anyone who identifies as make and over 18. Thursdays 5 to 6.30pm
Please can you add to call Maz prior to attending - number is 0 7 4 8 - 4 9 1 1 1 4 1
Also 3 short forms need completing but can be done on first group.
Dewsbury Road Community Hub,190 Dewsbury Road, LS11 6PF
Next Meeting: 9th April, 2026
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Links: Dewsbury Road community hub | Leeds.gov.uk, Being You Leeds Wellbeing Fun Groups Activities Weekly timetable​
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The National Poetry Centre
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The National Poetry Centre exists to provide a national home for poetry in the UK – connecting people from all backgrounds and cultures to poetry. The new centre is due to be opened in Leeds in 2029.
For events see the links.
National Poetry Centre address is 169B Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, LS2 9JT
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Links: National Poetry Centre, Leeds, Facebook, Instagram
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Northlight Arts Centre, Café and Event Space
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31 Potternewton Lane, Leeds, LS7 3LW
Write Now: 1st and 3rd Friday of each month there is a meet up for creative writing at 2.00pm to 4.00pm.
Next meeting: 3rd and 17th April 2026. see above.
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Links: Classes in Leeds — Northlight
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Open Mind
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Unplugged open mic
Previously Canalside Community Music Space
Weekly; Wednesdays from 7.30pm.
Next meeting: Awaiting new location​
Links: Facebook
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Otley Poets
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Otley Poets run three groups:
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1) Open mic + occasional guest poet
The Fleece, Westgate, Otley LS21 3DT
Monthly; first Thursday of the month, 19.30 hours to 21.30 hours
Next meeting: 2nd April 2026, see above.
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2) Other Poets
​​Meets to read and discuss the work of published poets
The Fleece, Westgate, Otley LS21 3DT + online (via Zoom)
Monthly; second Thursday
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3) Otley Poetry Gym
​An informal group offering constructive criticism on poetry work in progress
The Fleece, Westgate, Otley LS21 3DT
Monthly; third Thursday of the month
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Links: Otley Poets website​, Otley Poets | Facebook
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Otley Stanza
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Discuss all things poetical and sometimes have special events, readings etc.
Otley Courthouse
About every two months
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Links: Otley Poets Website
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Pen Power!
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Creative Writing Workshops with D3
The Wardrobe, 6 Saint Peter's Square, Leeds LS9 8AH
Next meeting: 30th April, 2026 18.30 hours, see above and the link. £8.83-£15.
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Links: Pen Power Tickets,Eventbrite
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Poetic Off Licence
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A space for poetry & live music in Leeds
Holding Patterns
2A Albion Place, LS1 6JL
Last meeting: 16th March, 2026, from 7pm, see links.
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Links: Instagram, ​Holding Patterns – Leeds' listening bar
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Poets Talking Bollocks
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Live podcast recording with guest + open mic (message on Instagram for open mic slot)
The Chemic Tavern, (Woodhouse), 9, Johnson Street, Leeds, LS6 2NG
Monthly, usually second Sunday of the month, 2.15pm to 5.15pm
Next meeting 12th April, 2026
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Links: Instagram , Poets Talking Bollocks | Podcast on Spotify
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The Purple Room
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The Purple Room is a space for words and music in Ben Rhydding, Ilkley.
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Runcible Spoon
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Open mic + two guest poets
The Carriers Arms (Morley)
Monthly (third Tuesday)
Next meetings: Currently no new date.
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Links: Facebook
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Soundbites
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Regular night featuring a guest poet + open mic
Heart Assembly Bar + Kitchen, Headingley Arts Centre, 9 Bennett Road, Leeds, LS6 3HN
2nd Monday of the Month. Open mic list begins at 6.30pm for a 7pm start.
Next meeting 13th April, see above and link.
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Links: Facebook
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Monthly Variety Open Mic. For Prose, Poetry, Comedy, Music. all sorts.
THE BREWERY TAP 143 NEW ROAD SIDE LS18 4QD
Monthly; first Wednesday of the month. Next meeting 6th May, 2026, 7.30pm - 9.30pm see above
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Links: Facebook
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Events in Yorkshire
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I have put these events into an A to Z of cities and towns within Yorkshire.
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Currently there are events from Bradford, Doncaster, Halifax, Harrogate, Huddersfield, Hull, Masham, Rotherham, Sheffield, Sowerby Bridge, Scarborough, Todmorden, and Wakefield. Please keep scrolling to the end!
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Events in Bradford
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​Aletheia
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Creative Writing Group with Elizabeth Taj-Radice
Bradford Quaker Meeting House, 9 Russell Street, Bradford BD5 0JB
Last meeting: 13th March, 2026, 7pm to 10pm.
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Links: Aletheia Creative Writing Group-On | Eventbrite
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Beehive Poets
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Open mic group.
City Library Bradford, 9 Aldermanbury, The Broadway, Bradford, BD1 1SD
First Friday of the Month.
Next meeting: 3rd April 2026, 7pm to 9pm, see above and link.
​Links: Beehive Poets | Facebook
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Bradford Open Mic
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Share your words or just listen. And if you're feeling brave take part in the Timed Poetry Challenge!
Write a poem of 60sec or 30sec to take part in the Timed Poetry Challenge.
7pm to 9pm
City Library Bradford, 9 Aldermanbury, The Broadway, Bradford, BD1 1SD
First Wednesday of the Month. Next meeting 6th May, 2026, see the link and above.
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Links: Facebook
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The Comedy Café
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The Comedy Café hosts joyful comedy and poetry events in relaxing non-alcoholic spaces, with a focus on talent from BME communities.
See links for next meeting details.
Last meeting: 13th February 2026
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Links: Facebook, Instagram, The Comedy Cafe event tickets from TicketSource.
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More Song
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More Song is an innovative and experimental poetry reading series in Bradford.
The 1 in 12 Club Library, 21-23 Albion Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 2LY
Usually 1st Thursday of the month, check the links. (Small entry fee and booking recommended.)
​Next Meeting: 2nd April 2026, 7pm to 9pm, see above.
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Links: More Song
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Rhubarb Writers
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There are two events linked toi the Rhubarb Writers:
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Rhubarb Book Club
Our poetry reading group meets to chat about a new pamphlet, anthology or collection recommended by one of our readers.
The Triangle, 47 Bradford Rd, Shipley, BD18 3DS
Bi-monthly usually the third Wednesday of the month
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Rhubarb Open Mic
​Performers and listeners welcome.
​Pay as you feel open mic event with invited guest readers.
​The Triangle, 47 Bradford Rd, Shipley, BD18 3DS
​Monthly. Last Wednesday of the month.
Next meeting 29th April 2026, see above
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Links: RhubarbWriters.co.uk, ​​ Facebook
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​Urdu Shurdu
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Share Urdu poetry with the aim of improving, vocabulary, reading and writing skills and sharing the love of Urdu poetry. Transliteration in English available for all poems shared.
Chaiiwala, 854 Leeds Road, Bradford, BD3 9TX
Last meeting: 26th March 2026
Links: See poster above for contact details.​
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Events in Doncaster
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​Well Spoken
​Spoken Word Event.
​2nd Thursday of the month
Next meeting: 9th April, 2026, see above and the link.​
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Links: Doncaster Brewery | Well Spoken
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Events in Halifax
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Yea, Write
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Poetry, Spoken Word, Open Mic
The Lydgate in Lightcliffe, HX3 8SH
Next meeting:
(No online details at present)
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Events in Sowerby Bridge
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Soul Open Mic
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We welcome all ability levels - from polished performers to absolute amateurs.
Bring what you've got - storytelling, poetry, comedy, music, spoken word, dance, cabaret and everything in between.
Soul Awareness Hub, Burnley Road, Sowerby Bridge, HX6 2TL
Last meeting: 9th January, 2026.
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Links: EVENTS | SOUL Wellness Hub & Café
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Events in Harrogate
Monthly Poetry Night
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Bring your poems to read and share. Bring your friends to come and listen.
In the upstairs room at the Empress, 10 Church Square, Harrogate, HG1 4SP
. Contact Ray Black (see link). Admission free.
First Monday of the month, 7.30pm to 10pm
Last meeting 4 May 2026, see above and link.
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Links: Facebook
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Events in Huddersfield
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Albert Poets
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The Albert Poets’ readings are back. More events planned.
The Rat And Ratchet,40, Chapel Hill,Huddersfield,HD1 3EB
Next Meeting: 15th April 2026, 7.30pm to 10pm, see above and the link.
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Links: Facebook
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Grand Plans
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Open mic spoken word - poetry, prose, creative non-fiction, travel & music writing, plays , comedy etc. 5 minute spots.
​The Sair Inn, 139 Lane Top, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, United Kingdom, HD7 5SG
Every second Sunday. 6.15 pm to 8pm.
Next Meeting 12th April 2026, see above and the link.
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Links: Facebook
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Ink Spill
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A growing poetry project which started with a monthly poetry night - half workshop, half open mic - but now hosts an annual festival and a podcast as well.
​Head of Steam, Huddersfield
Every third Friday, 7pm to 10pm.
Next Meeting 17th April 2026, see above and the link.
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Events in Hull
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All Write Now
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Valente, Lynda Harrison and Louise Beech for two hours of creative writing, sharing (optional) and discussion
5.30 to 7.30pm
Reading Room, Hull Central Library, Albion Street, Hull
Last Wednesday of every month
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Links: Monthly Meeting at Hull Central Library
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Events in Masham
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Happy House Poetry Night
Bring a poem or two - your own or your favourites Share them with your fellow poets & poetry lovers.
If you’d like you can bring something to drink (we’re not licensed).
The Gallery, 24 Market Place, Masham HG4 4EB
Next Meeting : 14th April 2026,7.30pm to 9pm, see above and the link.
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Events in Rotherham
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Spread the Word
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Spread the Word is about creating a safe space to share stories and begin to express those stories through talking, listening and writing. No prior experience is needed, and if you are thinking “I can’t write” then this space might be just for you.
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Poetry Session
Mowbray Gardens Community Library, Herringthorpes Valley Road, Rotherham, S65 2UH
10am to 12 pm
Next meeting: 14th April, 2026
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Open Mic
The Three Cranes, 25-27 High Street, Rotherham, S60 1PT​
Next meeting: 29th April, 2026, 7pm to 9pm. See above and the link.​
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Links: Spread the Word - Flux Rotherham
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Events in Sheffield
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Bar One Poetry Open Mic
T​wo hours of creative writing, sharing (optional) and discussion with Valente, Lynda Harrison and Louise Beech.
Bar One, Sheffield Students' Union, Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TG
Third Tuesday of every month, 5.30 to 7.30pm,
Next meeting 21st April, 2026. See above and the links.
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Links: Bar One Poetry Open Mic Night tickets | FoundrySU
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Events in Scarborough
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Wordsmiths Open Mic
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Featuring local writers and poets
Bring your own writing and join in or just come along and listen
Craft Bar, 7 Northway, Scarborough, YO11 1JH
Third Sunday in the month, 5pm to 7.30pm.
Next Meeting: 26th April, 2026
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Links: Facebook
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Events in Todmorden
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GobSh!te
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A literary community and monthly spoken word open mic at the iconic Golden Lion, Todmorden.
Golden Lion, Fielden Square, Todmorden, West Yorkshire, OL14 6LZ
Last Wednesday of the month, 7.30pm start.
Next meeting: 29th April, 2026
Links: Facebook
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Events in Wakefield
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CoffeeWrite
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Your Local Creative Coffee Shop
4 Marygate, Wakefield, WF1 1NX
Check the link poetry events held including a Women's Poetry Group
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Links: CoffeeWrite Wakefield – Wakefield's Only Creative Coffee Shop
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​Jackanory
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2 hour open mic spoken word event
CoActive Maker Space, The Ridings, Almhouse Lane, Wakefield, WF1 1DS
Contact: jackanory12 @ my.yahoo.com
Next meeting: 18th April, 2026
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Links: Facebook, Jackanory (in the merrie city) - YouTube
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Soul Shed
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Music Poetry and comedy
WX Wakefield Exchange, Union Street, Wakefield, WF1 3AD
Monthly. Last meeting 21 Feb 2026
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Links: see updates at Welcome to Wakefield Exchange
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​Under The Lobby Lights
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Poetry open mic night hosted by Tim Brooke and Faye Marshall
The Lobby 1867, Westgate, Wakefield
Monthly; second Wednesday of the month.
Next meeting 8th April, 2026, from 7.30pm, see above and the link.
Links: Instagram
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Folk and Word
Welcomes writers and wordful acoustic musicians who'd like to share their work in a warm and appreciative environment. We'll invite a writer and a musician to be co-hosts each month, and they'll bring a guest to perform as well. Then the floor is open to everyone for an open mic session (sign up from 7 pm).
Upstairs at The Artful Dodger, York, YO1 6LJ
Every third Thursday, sign up for 7pm for a 7.30pm start.
Next meeting: 21st April, 2026, see above, and the link.
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Links: EVENTS | SOUL Wellness Hub & Café
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Events Outside Yorkshire
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Some events outside Yorkshire, are closer to Leeds than some places in Yorkshire! Anyway, I have listed them here.
So far I have included events in Manchester and Salford.
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Events in Manchester
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The Barking Dogs Poetry
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Open Mic poetry and spoken word night. Message us if you want to participate. Free entry. Full bar and food service
9A Higher Road, Urmston, Manchester
Last meeting: 12th March 2026.
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Links: Facebook
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​Hinterland Poets
Join us for a evening of open mic poetry hosted by Dominic Berry with a different Guest Poet each month!
Whether you're a seasoned poet or just looking to enjoy some spoken word, this event is for you.
Hinterland Alcohol-Free Bar and Café, 16-20 Turner Street, Manchester M4 1DZ
Poetry nights will take place on the 2nd Thursday of each month. 7pm.
Next Meeting: 19th April 2026, see above and the link.
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Links: Facebook - Hinterland, Hinterland Poe and the linkets + Open Mic Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite
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The Space Poetic
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Join us for some fun and focused writing before The Space Poetic open mic
Terrace NQ, 43 Thomas Street, Manchester M4 1NA
Typically held on the final Wednesday of the month, 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Writing Group 6pm to 7pm.
Next meeting: 29th April 2026, see above and the link.
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Links: The Space Poetic Writing Club Tickets, Multiple dates | Eventbrite, Instagram​​
Also see: ​New Year: New Poetry Workshops - by Rachael Hill​
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The Word Central
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Manchester Central Library
(Details following)
An Open Mic Poetry and Spoken Word event hosted by Tony Curry. Presented by Flapjack Press & Manchester Libraries.
Manchester Central Library, Ground Floor Performance Space, Manchester M2 5PD
Third Tuesday every month. 6.00pm - 7.45pm (doors open 5.40pm)
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Events in Salford
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​Verbose MCR
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Verbose is one of Manchester's longest running spoken word events, having been born in the suburbs its current regular venue is Kings Arms, Salford.
Typically held on the final Monday of the month (see social media for details).
Open mic slots are 4 minutes and sign up is open the first week of every month here
The King's Arms, 11 Bloom Street, Salford, M3 6AN
Next Meeting 27th April, 2026, 7.30pm to 9.30pm, see above and the link.
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Other useful links​
​Other sites that offer useful links to events that are currently on in the Leeds and Yorkshire area include:
The Birmingham Poetry Map – Google My Maps
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You can find events in Birmingham from this Google Map. Bilal Akram has been very encouraging in formation of the Manchester Poetry Map and my own. Thank you Bilal.
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Eventbrite | Discover Poetry Events & Activities in Leeds​​
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This links to a search for poetry events in Leeds, but you can use the search button for wherever you like
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The Manchester Poetry Map – Google My Maps
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​You can find events in Manchester from this Google Map. I have used John Clifford's headings as a standard for my own map page.
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This mostly covers music nights at present, but technically covers poetry nights, too
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Open Mics in Sheffield | Facebook
Again mostly music events
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Katya Keyzerova's inspiration for my own map page. Thank you Katya.
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Yorkshire Poetry/Spoken Word Events | Facebook
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Excellent Facebook version of this site, well worth checking out.
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Online Open Mics
There is also a number of online open mics available to join. Here is the links to the ones I know about and some of which I have attended in the past. These may require an advance ticket, which may have small fee.​
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​Cheltenham Poetry Festival - Online Events and Poetry Lounges
Fire&Dust Poetry | Twitter, Facebook | Linktree
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​Happy House Masham Events - 11 Upcoming Activities and Tickets | Eventbrite
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​JournalExpressWrit - Open Mic (journalofexpressivewriting.com) (U.S.)
Ó Bhéal - Fáilte go dtí Ó Bhéal (obheal.ie) (Republic of Ireland)
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Poetry Lit! - Online Reading Series Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite
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Speak the Word: online open mic night Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite
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Speak Your Truth ~ Spoke open mic Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite
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Online Poetry Workshops
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Again, there are online poetry workshops, I will add to this list as I find them. Here is the links to the ones I know about. These will require an advance ticket, and have small fee.​
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Becky's Writing Hour Tickets, Multiple dates | Eventbrite
Poetry Workshop Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite
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A to Z Finder
Index
If the town/city is outside of Leeds presume it is in Yorkshire unless stated.
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Albert Poets - Huddersfield
Aletheia - Bradford
All Write Now - Hull
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The Barking Dogs Poetry - Manchester (Outside Yorkshire)
Bar One Poetry Open Mic - Sheffield
Beehive Poets Open Mic - Bradford
Bone Down - Leeds
The Bookish Types - Leeds
Bradford Open Mic - Bradford
Brave Words - Leeds
The Brewery Taps - See Wordspace (Leeds)
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​Cardigan Arms Open Mic - Leeds
​Chemic Tavern Open Mic - Leeds
​Chemistry - Leeds
Cloth & Coal - Leeds
CoffeeWrite - Wakefield
The Comedy Café - Bradford
Crooner Club - Leeds
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Folk and Word - York
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GobSh!te - Todmorden
Grand Plans - Huddersfield
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Happy House Party - Masham
Head of Steam (Mill Hill, Leeds) - Leeds
Heart Assembly Bar - See Soundbites (Leeds)
Hinterland Poets - Manchester (Outside Yorkshire)
Holding Patterns - See Poetic Off Licence (Leeds)
Hyde Park Book Club - Leeds
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Ink Spill - Huddersfield
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Jackanory - Wakefield
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Leeds Stanza - Leeds
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Manthology - Leeds
Monthly Poetry Night - Harrogate
More Song - Bradford
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The National Poetry Centre - Leeds
Northern Arts Centre, Café and Event Space - Leeds
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Open Mind - Leeds
Other Poets - See Otley Poets (Leeds)
Otley Poets - Leeds
Otley Open Mic - See Otley Poets (Leeds)
Otley Poetry Gym - See Otley Poets (Leeds)
Otley Stanza - Leeds
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Pen Power! - Leeds
Poetic Off-Licence - Leeds
Poets Talking Bollocks - Leeds
PTB - See Poets Talking Bollocks (Leeds)
The Purple Room - Leeds
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Rhubarb Book Club - See Rhubarb Poets (Bradford)
Rhubarb Open Mic - See Rhubarb Poets (Bradford)
Rhubarb Poets - Bradford
Runcible Spoon - Leeds
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Soundbites - Leeds
Soul Open Mic - Sowerby Bridge
Soul Shed - Wakefield
The Space Poetic - Manchester (Outside Yorkshire)
Spread the Word - Rotherham
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Under The Lobby Lights - Wakefield
Urdu Shurdu - Bradford
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Verbose MCR - Salford (Outside Yorkshire)
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Well Spoken - Doncaster
The Word Central - Manchester (Outside Yorkshire)
Wordsmiths Open Mic - Scarborough
Wordspace - Leeds
Write Now - See Northern Arts Centre, Café and Event Space (Leeds)
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Yea, Write - Halifax
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Please Read
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If you would like to see your open mic or any poetry or spoken word event listed on this page please do get in touch. Equally if you would like me to remove the information please do get in touch.​
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If you spot any inaccuracies, please get in touch and I will put them right.
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This page is run purely for the love of poetry so all listings are free with no strings attached.
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Please note this website has no direct link to any of the events included, so you attend at your own risk. This said you might see me at one of them, if so, please do say, 'hello'!
If the event does not take place there really is nothing I can do about it (sorry!). I recommend that you attempt to contact the event via the direct link on the night if possible.
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Many thanks to Ian Harker and Keith Fenton for the information to get this list started.
Thank you very much to every one who has offered updates and suggestions so far, especially Agnieszka Stachura, Bilal Akram, Ella, Joe, John Clifford and Keith (again).
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Very many thanks to all the event organisers who have trusted me with their information and allowed me to post it on this page.​
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Most recent update: 3rd April, 2026