Raise the Bar presents Poems of Diaspora! Featuring 4 incredible poets, representing 4 different continents: Daljit Nagra, Maureen Onwunali, Bohdan Piasecki and Chloe Tenesha. Part of DIASPORA! 2026

Raise the Bar’s open mic returns to The Orchard, as part of Lyra Fest 2026. Featuring Tia-Zakura & Kate Noakes. Hosted by Tom Sastry. Tickets & info below.

A new quarterly, writing workshop led each season by a member of the RTB team. Poets of all levels of experience are welcome. May 2026 workshop led by Danny Carlo Pandolfi.

Raise the Bar presents an exclusive performance at Clevedon Curzon from Harry Baker, performing poems from his new Sunday Times Bestselling poetry book, Tender.

After a record breaking attendance in 2024, we’re bringing another mega lineup to the main stage at Bristol Beacon. With poetry legends Hollie McNish, Harry Baker + more TBA. Tickets & info below.