Poet laureate Simon Armitage inspires Portsmouth pupils in free live literature event!

Poet Laureate – and Portsmouth University alumnus – Simon Armitage has brought his trademark blend of honesty, humour and insight to the New Theatre Royal stage, as part of Portsmouth Creates’ Year of Literacy, “In Our Words”.

PORTSMOUTH “YEAR OF STORYTELLING” SPARKS RECORD-BREAKING SUMMER READING CHALLENGE

School children across Portsmouth are being encouraged to take part in one of the city’s biggest-ever summer reading challenges, thanks to a new initiative from Portsmouth Creates…

Where We Live – Stories About Portsmouth

Date: 5th August
Time: 11am – 1pm
Location: Community Kettle 

Date: 11th August
Time: 10-11.45am
Location: Victoria Park

Date: 20th August
Time: 11am – 1pm
Location: Spark Community Space

Free, fun poetry and doodle workshops for SEND families to celebrate local stories, creativity, and community—part of In Our Words 2025.

Family Saturdays: 7 Days, 7 Stories

Date: 2 August & 9 August 2025
Time: 11am – 1pm
Location: Aspex Gallery
Cost: Free to attend / suggested donation £3
Ages: 3 – 12 year olds

7 Days, 7 Stories a series of Family Saturdays creative workshops exploring language.