Nottingham City of Literature Presents

Robert Macfarlane

The third annual UNESCO Lecture features internationally-acclaimed author Robert Macfarlane. This video was filmed by Confetti Live and NTU in association with Nottingham City of Literature and University of Nottingham.

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Lost Words For Notts Campaign

Our tribute to Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris for inspiring The Lost Words for Notts campaign. Poetry, music and song inspired by British wildlife.

Virtual MyVoice

“A spectacular online event announcing the winners of the MyVoice creative writing competition, featuring special guests Debris Stevenson, Derek Owusu and Jerub, plus live readings by winners, and words from the judges.

Young Poet Laureate Georgina Wilding

“Watch Nottingham’s Young Poet Laureate, Georgina Wilding, reading her poem ‘Grandad’s Silver Sovereign’

Georgina Wilding, inspired by Ada Lovelace

Introducing Nottingham’s first-ever Young Poet Laureate, Georgina Wilding and a showcase of science and poetry coming together inspired by Ada Lovelace.

Celebrating World Poetry Day

See Aly Stoneman perform the poem she wrote to celebrate World Poetry Day and International Day of Forests in March 2020, ‘In the Forest’s Heartwood’.

As a UNESCO City of Literature, we’re dedicated to building a better world with words. Our permanent designation as a UNESCO Creative City enables us to use the power of words to transform lives, create new opportunities and establish Nottingham as a leading destination for lovers of literature worldwide.