In celebration of World Poetry Day on Saturday 21 March 2026, the University of Liverpool has announced its acquisition of the archive belonging to celebrated Liverpool poet Roger McGough. This important collection features a wide variety of materials giving an insight into McGough’s creative and professional work. Highlights include manuscripts, drafts, ... Read More...
Roger McGough
Sixty-four choirs will pay tribute to The Beatles across Merseyside tomorrow morning (Thursday 8 June) as they sing at the same time. Performances of the band’s track ‘When I’m Sixty-Four’ will take place at locations including Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, supermarkets, schools and on the streets as the Sgt Pepper at ... Read More...
Original recordings by the poets behind 'The Mersey Sound' anthology will be played across Liverpool on 25 May to celebrate the book's 50th anniversary. The poetry recitals from Adrian Henri, Brian Patten and Roger McGough will be heard during peak commuter times on the Mersey Ferries, at independent book shop News from ... Read More...
A raft of new events have been added to the Metropolitan Cathedral's golden jubilee celebrations. An interactive listening trail, a special mass and an art exhibition join a packed programme to mark the 50th anniversary of the Grade II-listed building. Among the new events is the premiere of a poem by Liverpool ... Read More...