Monthly poetry night, last Tuesday in every month. 7.30pm – 10pm Hosted by Chrissy Banks and Matt Bryden. Guest poets and open mic slots. A chance to listen to published poets read from their work and perhaps read two or three of your own. Open mic slots must be booked.

Be quick – they are very popular! Message Chrissy at chrissybankspoems@gmail.com or find us on Facebook.

Upcoming dates:

• Tue 26 Aug
• Tue 30 Sep: Pat Winslow – Her collections are Kissing Bones and Unforgettable Geometry. And Helene Demetriades, latest collection The Plumb Line.
• Tue 28 Oct: Katrina Porteous – A rare opportunity to see this Scottish poet, historian and broadcaster, whose collection, Rhizodont was shortlisted for the Forward Prize for Best Collection 2024.
• Tue 25 Nov: Fiona Benson – Forward Prize winner, three times shortlisted for the TS Eliot Prize, Fiona is a thrilling poet with a huge reputation. Her new book is Midden Witch. Don’t miss it!

December: Christmas break, but we’ll be back in January 2026 with more poetry treats.

VENUE: EXETER PHOENIX

*Subject to a £1.50 ticketing system charge. We don’t charge this to make a profit. Find out more >>