What’s on in 2023

HARRY BAKER: Multi award-winning poet and performer Harry Baker brings his blistering one man show “Unashamed” to Tunbridge Wells to bring the festival to a glittering climax. Sunday June 18 at Tunbridge Wells Forum.

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RAINE GEOGHEGAN : Raine joins us for an evening of poetry celebrating nature and the countryside present and past. She is joined by local poet, Siân Thomas for readings, book signing and a Q&A on her process and craft. Friday June 16, Waterstones, Tunbridge Wells.

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FOREST BATHING: Resident poet Siân Thomas leads an intrepid band into the heart of Ashdown Forest. A combination of workshop, readings and open (no) mic, this is first and foremost a celebration of the natural beauty surrounding us. Thursday June 8, Ashdown.

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STRANGERS AMONG THEIR PEOPLE: Obituaries and bitcheries in poetry and music with Roger West (words) and Paul Gunn (piano). Sunday June 11, The Grey Lady, Tunbridge Wells.

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VOCAL AND LIVE: No tickets (or jacket) required. Vocal and Live are FREE community events offering the best of local spoken word and open mic opportunities for all. We’ve Poets in the Pub (Thurs June 1, Wed June 7, Wed June 14), Poets in the Trinity (Sat June 17), and Poets in the Forum (Sun June 18). Check this DEDICATED PAGE for details.

VOCAL AND LIVE AT TRINITY THEATRE: An afternoon “Salon” of readings from groups and collectives around the region. Relax with coffee and cake (or something a little more invigorating) in Trinity’s Café, Full details can be found HERE. Sat. June 17 from 2:30

VOCAL AND LIVE FORUM TAKEOVER: Ahead of our headliner Harry Baker’s evening performance we offer an afternoon of FREE entertainment and creativity for all ages. We couldn’t possibly do it justice here, so check this DEDICATED PAGE For the full afternoon listings. Sun. June 18 from 2:00