Poems Not Bombs at Spice of Life, Soho
Thu 17 Sept · 13:30
The Spice Of Life
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The Poems Not Bombs event will take place at The Spice of Life in Soho on 17 September 2026. This monthly afternoon gathering offers an open mic session for poets of all ages and experience levels. Various performers are scheduled to appear during the community-focused poetry showcase. Admission is free for attendees.
Monthly afternoon poetry open mic. For poets of all ages and experience.
Poetry open mic DOWNSTAIRS at the Spice of Life - third Thursday of every month (except for 12 March, and we take December off). Starts 1.30pm. For people of all experiences and levels to come and share their lovely poems. Sign up on the day between 1pm and 1.30pm if you'd like to read - or come along and be part of the lovely audience. Time willing, everyone will get 5 minutes (plan for 3 mins just in case!). We have a theme each month, just for fun, but don't worry if you don't have a poem on the theme - all poems are equal. Email paulmcgrane1@yahoo.co.uk if you'd like to know next month's theme.
Hosted by Paul McGrane. Near Leicester Square and Tottenham Court Road tubes.
AIR CON!
SOUND PROOFED!
STAGE!
LOVELY TOILETS!
There's a short flight of stairs to the room, no lift.
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Weather on the day
Light drizzle · 19°C
Feels like 17°C · Chance of rain 69% · Wind 18 km/h
Rain likely — worth a coat for the walk in.
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Frequently asked questions
Poems Not Bombs at Spice of Life, Soho takes place on Thursday, 17 September 2026 at 13:30.
Poems Not Bombs at Spice of Life, Soho is held at The Spice Of Life in London (7 Moor Street, London, W1D 5NB).
Entry to Poems Not Bombs at Spice of Life, Soho is free.
Tickets for Poems Not Bombs at Spice of Life, Soho can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Poems Not Bombs at Spice of Life, Soho
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The Poems Not Bombs event will take place at The Spice of Life in Soho on 17 September 2026. This monthly afternoon gathering offers an open mic session for poets of all ages and experience levels. Various performers are scheduled to appear during the community-focused poetry showcase. Admission is free for attendees.
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Organiser’s full description
Monthly afternoon poetry open mic. For poets of all ages and experience.
Poetry open mic DOWNSTAIRS at the Spice of Life - third Thursday of every month (except for 12 March, and we take December off). Starts 1.30pm. For people of all experiences and levels to come and share their lovely poems. Sign up on the day between 1pm and 1.30pm if you'd like to read - or come along and be part of the lovely audience. Time willing, everyone will get 5 minutes (plan for 3 mins just in case!). We have a theme each month, just for fun, but don't worry if you don't have a poem on the theme - all poems are equal. Email paulmcgrane1@yahoo.co.uk if you'd like to know next month's theme.
Hosted by Paul McGrane. Near Leicester Square and Tottenham Court Road tubes.
AIR CON!
SOUND PROOFED!
STAGE!
LOVELY TOILETS!
There's a short flight of stairs to the room, no lift.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Poems Not Bombs at Spice of Life, Soho?
Poems Not Bombs at Spice of Life, Soho takes place on Thursday, 17 September 2026 at 13:30.
Where is Poems Not Bombs at Spice of Life, Soho taking place?
Poems Not Bombs at Spice of Life, Soho is held at The Spice Of Life in London (7 Moor Street, London, W1D 5NB).
How much are tickets for Poems Not Bombs at Spice of Life, Soho?
Entry to Poems Not Bombs at Spice of Life, Soho is free.
How do I get tickets for Poems Not Bombs at Spice of Life, Soho?
Tickets for Poems Not Bombs at Spice of Life, Soho can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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