Poetry School • Inspiring Poetry Tuition

£135.00 *

Tutor: Leah Umansky

Poems After Poems: Writing Ars Poetica

Writing in response; capturing the life of poetry, in poetry.

Start Date: May 15, 2026
End Date: July 24, 2026 ( 71 Days )
Type: Online

Rachel Long’s Advanced Workshop with Special Guests (Tues)

£240.00 *

Tutor: Rachel Long

Rachel Long’s Advanced Workshop with Special Guests (Tues)

An exciting advanced workshop group with the much-loved Rachel Long and the benefit of special guest tutors each term.

Start Date: May 19, 2026 2–4pm
End Date: July 21, 2026 ( 64 Days )
Type: Video

£100.00 *

Tutor: Elizabeth Parker

This Modern Love

Punk quilting and Petrarch; get romantic as we explore the latest innovations in love poetry.

Start Date: May 28, 2026
End Date: July 9, 2026 ( 43 Days )
Type: Online, Video

Between Magic & Camouflage: Dressing up your Poems Studio

£100.00 *

Tutor: Sue Burge

Between Magic & Camouflage: Dressing up your Poems Studio

Unpicking the threads; explore your writing wardrobe and dress up your poems with Sue Burge.

Start Date: June 15, 2026
End Date: July 12, 2026 ( 28 Days )
Type: Online

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Articles, Poems, Tips & Advice from our Staff and Campus Community.

We’re Hiring! – MA Tutor in Writing Poetry

The Poetry School is seeking an exceptional poet / educator to teach as a lecturer on the Poetry School / Newcastle University MA in Writing Poetry. The successful candidate will join Glyn Maxwell as fellow tutor on the course, working with the MA administrator and Newcastle University School of English Literature, Language and Linguistics. Job…

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5 Ways to Use Sound in Poetry

Curious about the sonic possibilities of poetry and the poetic possibilities of sound? Iris Colomb, who is teaching her Online course Sonic Language / Poetic Noise Masterclass with us this Summer, talks us through her top 5 ways writers can use sound in their poetry. 1. Listen Listen to strangers. Listen to yourself. Notice the…

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Avoiding Poetic Clichés

Worried about poetic clichés in your writing? If your poems are feeling a little too familiar, these courses might help you shift gear. Sometimes a small shift is all it takes to approach a poem and get things moving again. Check out our selection of courses designed to help you see your work differently. Determination…

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Finding Your Poetic Inspiration

Are you stuck in a writers’ block, or struggling to find that spark of inspiration for writing new poetry? Finding inspiration for your poetry can be tricky at times, so we’ve put together a list of our courses which include a variety of themes guaranteed to unlock new ideas and get those creative juices flowing! Poems…

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Feedback, Originality, & Ownership in Poetry Workshops with Matthew Caley (part 3)

In this series, we interview our tutors about poetry and its place in their world. These interviews will cover creative writing tips, excelling in a poetry workshop, building a literary career, and finding your poetic voice. Here’s the third and final part of Matthew Caley discussing feedback, originality & ownership in workshops. You can read…

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Summer 2026 – Quick Course Guide

Avoiding Poetic Clichés

5 Ways to Use Sound in Poetry

Finding Your Poetic Inspiration

Feedback, Originality, & Ownership in Poetry Workshops with Matthew Caley (part 3)

How do I know if my Poem is Working?

Writing About England in Strange Times

MA Graduation Day with Suzanna Fitzpatrick

Laurel Prize Weekend with Poet in Residence, Manisha Dhesi

Five Love Poems You Should be Reading Right Now

Where to Submit Your Poetry

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Poems After Poems: Writing Ars Poetica

Rachel Long’s Advanced Workshop with Special Guests (Tues)

This Modern Love

Between Magic & Camouflage: Dressing up your Poems Studio

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Recent Blog Updates

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We’re Hiring! – MA Tutor in Writing Poetry

5 Ways to Use Sound in Poetry

Avoiding Poetic Clichés

Finding Your Poetic Inspiration

Feedback, Originality, & Ownership in Poetry Workshops with Matthew Caley (part 3)