London Poetry Hotspots

Great Fire of London, 1666In addition to which British poets to read, American friends who come to visit invariably ask which spots they should visit to get a feel for the London poetry scene. In a recent article for HuffPo UK, I list five of my current favourites (plus a bonus)–selected for their friendly atmosphere, talented lineups, and longstanding commitment to stoking the fires of poetry in The Big Smoke.

Discover all six hotspots, and view an interactive map of locations, on HuffPo UK.