Raise The Bar
Sun 18 Oct · 16:30
Montpellier Gardens
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The South West’s leading live poetry night returns with another unmissable line-up. Award-winning poet, novelist and musician Anthony Joseph , whose electrifying performances weave together poetry, music and storytelling is joined by acclaimed poet and performer Roger Robinson , plus one more special guest to be announced, for an evening of bold ideas, unforgettable performances and some of the very best voices in contemporary poetry. There will be a book signing after this event. Get ahead of your Festival reading and visit the Waterstones Cheltenham Literature Festival bookshop and support Cheltenham Festivals with every purchase.
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Raise The Bar takes place on Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 16:30.
Raise The Bar is held at Montpellier Gardens in Cheltenham (Garden Theatre, Montpellier Gardens, Montpellier, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom).
Tickets for Raise The Bar are priced at £16. Live prices and availability are shown on cheltenhamfestivals.org.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Montpellier Gardens can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Raise The Bar can be booked via cheltenhamfestivals.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
About This Event
The South West’s leading live poetry night returns with another unmissable line-up. Award-winning poet, novelist and musician Anthony Joseph , whose electrifying performances weave together poetry, music and storytelling is joined by acclaimed poet and performer Roger Robinson , plus one more special guest to be announced, for an evening of bold ideas, unforgettable performances and some of the very best voices in contemporary poetry. There will be a book signing after this event. Get ahead of your Festival reading and visit the Waterstones Cheltenham Literature Festival bookshop and support Cheltenham Festivals with every purchase.
📍 Venue
Montpellier GardensGarden Theatre, Montpellier Gardens, Montpellier, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom
Get Directions →❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Raise The Bar?
Raise The Bar takes place on Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 16:30.
Where is Raise The Bar taking place?
Raise The Bar is held at Montpellier Gardens in Cheltenham (Garden Theatre, Montpellier Gardens, Montpellier, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom).
How much are tickets for Raise The Bar?
Tickets for Raise The Bar are priced at £16. Live prices and availability are shown on cheltenhamfestivals.org.
Is there anywhere to stay near Raise The Bar?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Montpellier Gardens can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Raise The Bar?
Tickets for Raise The Bar can be booked via cheltenhamfestivals.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Date
Until Sunday, 18 October 2026
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Garden Theatre, Montpellier Gardens, Montpellier, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom
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