Published: 03 March 2026
From: Culture
Residents and visitors can now discover poetry in unexpected places as Crawley Writers’ Circle continues its Poetry Trail as part of this year’s Crawley WordFest celebrations.
Crawley Writers’ Circle received £500 from the Community Grants programme to use towards their activities.
The trail features original poems written by local authors, displayed across a series of locations throughout the town with the inclusion of the Town Hall for the first time. Each poem reflects themes of community, creativity, and Crawley’s unique character, encouraging people to pause, explore and enjoy literature in everyday spaces.
The initiative is designed to make poetry more accessible, spark curiosity and celebrate the borough’s rich writing talent. The Poetry Trail also supports WordFest’s broader mission to promote literacy, storytelling and cultural engagement across all ages.
This wonderful project brings culture and creativity right into the heart of our town. The Poetry Trail is a celebration of local talent and the power of words to connect people. By displaying poetry in public spaces such as the Town Hall, this invites everyone to stop for a moment, reflect and experience Crawley in a fresh and inspiring way. It’s a fantastic example of how WordFest brings our community together and champions the written word, and I welcome the amazing variety of events they bring to the borough each year.
Councillor Michael Jones
Leader
Crawley Borough Council
Poems will remain on display throughout March and April, with a full map available online and at participating venues.
For more information visit the Crawley Writers' Circle website.
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