poetry wivenhoe

“The Blue Lonnen” in Wivenhoe

The latest work by north eastern poet, Katrina Porteous is to be launched in Wivenhoe this month.  “ The Blue Lonnen” , published by  the local Jardine Press, and illustrated by Wivenhoe-based artist James Dodds, will be read by Katrina at this month’s “poetrywivenhoe” event. This takes place at 8.00pm at the Congregational Hall, High Street Wivenhoe on  Friday 22^nd February 2008.

Katrina Porteous is a poet, historian and broadcaster. Her particular interests include the inshore fishing community of the Northumberland coast, and the cultural and natural history of that area. 

The Times has described her as “ one of the most exciting talents of the North East”. She makes a  fitting start to the 2008 season of poetry events staged by poetrywivenhoe. The group’s aim is to bring the best in live poetry to the town throughout the year,

Katrina Porteous at The Congregational Hall, 101 High Street, Wivenhoe at 8.00pm on 22nd February. Tickets £5 on the door.