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The Saison Poetry Library houses the Arts Council poetry collection, the most comprehensive and accessible collection of modern poetry in Britain. The collection, dating from about 1914, consists of most poetry from the United Kingdom and Ireland, a large selection from English-speaking countries worldwide, poetry in translation, poetry by and for children, rap and concrete poetry. Audio and video facilities are available in addition to a large variety of magazines, press cuttings and ephemera. Membership is free and the library is open daily (except Mondays) from 11am to 8pm.
The Saison Poetry Library has launched its online archive of poetry magazines.
The magazines represented cover the wide spectrum of British poetry from the last forty odd years. Currently the site features: Ambit, Blithe Spirit, Borderlines, Brando's hat, Dream Catcher, Fabric, Fire, Magma, Oasis, Obsessed with pipework, Orbis, Painted, spoken, Poetry Nation, Shearsman, Smiths Knoll, The Coffee House, The Frogmore Papers, The Interpreter's House, The London Magazine, The North and Thumbscrew... And there are more to come.
Coming soon
Fri 10 Feb 12 - Sun 26 Feb 12
All the fun of the fair with a traditional carousel and vintage fairground activities, inc.. More info
Fri 10 Feb 12 - Sun 12 Feb 12
Buy fresh, high quality, affordable food direct from carefully selected Real Food producer.. More info
Fri 10 Feb 12
Trio Manouche are one of the UK's leading gypsy-swing ensembles... More info
Byron Wallen & The Organisation
Fri 10 Feb 12
Byron Wallen is 'one of the most innovative, exciting and original trumpet players al.. More info
Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
Fri 10 Feb 12
In this concert the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment takes centre-stage in the Cultur.. More info