The living, creative heart of Ledbury's literary scene was on show at this event.
An audience of around 50 people came, with several arriving almost an hour early to get seats for one of the most popular "fringe" events of the festival.
They heard poetry being written in Ledbury now, by and for Ledbury people, and the range of topics and styles covered could only be described as epic.
Gwen Saunders opened with a heart-felt poem about the loss of her cats. Then Tony Gittings, a master of light, polished verse and the unexpected punch line, read his opener about a conductor's last performance on a bus!
Literary people from further afield were also there, including Helen Hail, who read a haunting poem about Edward Thomas, and Bob Mee, who revealed a witty mind and turn of phrase.
David Turner's sonnet In Dwarfing Oaks the Crows are Building High was one of the highlights, and Kristy Teele impressed with her metaphors and use of clear English.
The incidental details of the evening were at times delightful, including Ledbury's town crier Bill Turberfield in full costume, wearing borrowed spectacles, and reading by the light of a raised lamp.
Gary Bills-Geddes
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