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Free Event | Literature

Wandering Words workshop: Roots

30 May 2025

19:00 - 21:00

Kirkgate Centre

Want to write a poem for Shipley’s streets? Join local poets Mike Farren and Lauren K. Nixon for a free poetry workshop exploring ‘Roots’—from family histories and local landscapes to personal identity and growth. This welcoming session will offer writing prompts, inspiration, and expert support to help you craft a poem for Rhubarb’s Wandering Words competition. All levels of experience welcome!

This is the second of two free workshops at the Kirkgate Centre for the Wandering Words competition - 'Routes' is on 20th May.

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Venue Details

Kirkgate Centre

39A, Kirkgate, Shipley, England, BD18 3EH, United Kingdom,

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