Stanza Stones: Events
Three magical performances launch the new Stanza Stones Poetry Trail from Marsden to Ilkley.
Enjoy sunset on Nab Hill, catch the evening light on Ilkley Moor and experience Pule Hill from Marsden, as leading UK poet Simon Armitage and some of Yorkshire’s most talented young writers, dancers and film makers celebrate the Pennine landscape in these unique midsummer events, combining dance, poetry, bicycles and film.
Download a free Stanza Stone Poetry Trail Guide from 1 May at www.ilkleyliteraturefestival.org.uk and visit the six Stanza Stones for yourself
Or pick up a FREE copy from your local library or tourist information centre.
All performances FREE but tickets ESSENTIAL
See below for details then book online here.
Saturday 12 May, 7.30pm
Marsden Mechanics Hall, Peel Street, Marsden HD7 6BW
Tickets: Free (booking is essential)
This is a fully accessible indoor seated event.
Saturday 19 May, 7.30pm
No parking on site. Free coaches to the site depart from Oxenhope Village Centre, The Park, Hebden Road, Oxenhope, BD22 9QL from 6:30pm
Tickets: Free (booking is essential & will include instructions)
This is a 40 min standing event with a gentle 10 minute walk uphill over rough ground.
Ilkley Moor, Cow & Calf Quarry Finale
Saturday 16 June, 8.30pm
No parking at site. A free coach to the site will leave Ilkley Railway Station, Station Road, Ilkley LS29 8HF from 7.30pm.
Tickets: Free (booking is essential & will include instructions)
This is a 30 – 40 min standing event with a paved uphill walk.
Stone Carving Workshop with lettercarver Pip Hall
Saturday 16 June, 2-4pm
Manor House Museum Education Room, Ilkley LS29 9DT
Tickets: £5
Suitable for adults and children aged 10 upwards
National Trust Guided Walk to the Marsden Stanza Stone
Saturday 12th May, 10am – 2pm
The National Trust are running A Tramp o’er the Moors to celebrate Marsden Moor’s literary heritage and it happens to be on the day of our Stanza Stones launch in Marsden. Stanza Stones fans are very welcome to join the walk. Wear sturdy footwear and bring warm clothing, as well as food and drink.
8 mile moderate walk including one steep climb and rough terrain.
Depart from Marsden Railway Station, Marsden HD7 6AX
Tickets: Free, just turn up!
Guided Walk to the Oxenhope Stanza Stone
Saturday 19 May, 2-4.30pm
4.8 mile moderate walk with uphill and uneven ground.
Depart from the Bay Horse Inn, Oxenhope BD22 9LN
Tickets: £3
Guided Walk to the Ilkley Stanza Stones
Saturday 16 June, 2-4.30pm
5.4 mile moderate walk with uphill and uneven ground.
Depart from Ilkley Railway Station, Ilkley LS29 8HF
Tickets: £3
Family Guided Walk to the Ilkley Stanza Stone
Saturday 16 June, 2.30 – 3.30pm
Easy walk with some uphill and uneven ground, suitable for faimiles and children 8+
Depart from outside Romablds Hotel, ILkley LS29 9JG
Tickets: £3
All tickets available online here or tel. 01943 601210
Tickets for the Ilkley Finale event also available from The Grove Bookshop and Ilkley Visitor Information Centre.
Stanza Stones is a collaboration between imove, Ilkley Literature Festival, Simon Armitage and Pennine Prospects .
imove has been primarily funded by Legacy Trust UK, creating a lasting impact from the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games by funding ideas and local talent to inspire creativity across the UK. imove is also funded by Arts Council England. www.imoveand.com
