Age Guidance: All are welcome

Celebrate our twenty-five emerging poets at the Young Writers Collective Poetry Showcase, where they will read new poems from their anthology.

Experience the power of poetry at the Young Writers Collective Showcase, which features young creatives from Lewisham, Bromley, Greenwich, and Southwark.

This vibrant event celebrates emerging voices through live readings that span personal stories, social reflections, and bold creative expressions. Connect with the next generation of poets as they share their unique perspectives in an intimate, welcoming space. Whether you’re a poetry lover or curious creative, this event promises inspiration and connection.

Join us for an unforgettable event of words, art, and community and pick up a free copy of the Young Writers Collective first anthology.

Supported by Spread the Word.

Access information:

• All of our in-person events Friday-Sunday, including this one, will be BSL Interpreted for audiences that require it. For workshops, you will be asked when booking your free ticket if you require the services of a BSL interpreter. For all workshops where one or more attendees require BSL interpretation, we will arrange for an interpreter to be there.
• This event is wheelchair accessible, with accessible toilets.
• Deptford Lounge has Changing Place facilities, an induction loop and assistance dogs are welcome. For more information: deptfordlounge.org.uk/access
• A quiet space is available during the day at Deptford Lounge, in the Music Room, on the first floor.
• If you require additional access provision in order to attend or take part in the Festival, for example, larger print handouts at workshops, or a scribe, please get in touch before the Festival day at: [email protected]
• If you require assistance on the Festival day itself, please come to the Festival Hub in the foyer of Deptford Lounge where we will be happy to help you.

For more information about the access provision available, please visit: spreadtheword.org.uk/access-at-deptford-literature-festival

Duration: 1 hour 30 mins