Poetry Studio with Ruth Beddow WANDSWORTH

About

This relaxed editing workshop offers space to slow down and work thoughtfully on existing poems. Participants are invited to bring drafts at any stage, whether freshly written or long neglected, to share, refine and rethink. With practical editing prompts and opportunities for both group feedback and quiet revision, this session is about honing your craft and drawing on collective support. There are also a limited number of 20 minute 1:1 ‘surgery’ slots you can book with Ruth, for some more detailed feedback and suggestions on 1-2 poems. Bring along your own material and get feedback and support from Ruth to develop your work on a more personal level. So join us in the cosy, inspiring setting of Morocco Bound – there are bookshelves aplenty and delicious drinks available while you write. One hot or soft drink is included in each ticket, with a wide range of beer and wine also on offer. Ruth is a London-based poet and tutor originally from the West Midlands. She believes everyone can write poetry and is passionate about making the community more inclusive and accessible. Ruth’s first pamphlet ‘The Thought Sits With Me’ was published by Nine Pens in 2022. She edited Morocco Bound’s first anthology of poetry, ‘Slow Progress’, in 2024. She has placed and been shortlisted for several prizes in the last few years, including the Passionfruit, New Poet’s, Plough and Prole Prizes. Address: Morocco Bound Wandsworth, 3a Pilot's Walk, New Acres, Wandsworth, SW1A 1UZ