Wordsmithery January 2026

Wordsmithery is a monthly event of local poets and songwriters . Each month features a mix of curated guest slots and open floor spots, giving space to established artists and fresh new voices alike.

This January  we present something slightly different -“Words Grow Wings”  with Al Peters

This January, Wordsmithery presents a special edition in honour of local legend Al Peters, who will be launching his new book Words Grow Wings.

Now in his eighties and a beloved regular at Wordsmithery, Al wanted to make this night something truly special .Wanting to platform the next generation of poets and songwriters, 471RoutesCIC is proud to present an exceptional lineup of emerging talent for this special edition of Wordsmithery. 

Jake Hawkes-local singer songwriter

Joel Fleming- singer-songwriter channelling the spirit of 70s and 80s soft rock.

Liam Kav- emerging indie voice from Wrexham. 

Sitdownhaveacuppa Poetry (Tia Mary)- poetry pouring straight from the heart. 

Hannah- political poet inspired by 14th century and Victorian literature as well 50s pinup 

 Bread Hotel (Bee Huskisson)-deeply emotive singer songwriter from Wirral. 

 Jupiter Fiction – emotive folk