Poems on the Underground: Celebrating 40 Years

Schedule

Thu May 14 2026 at 05:00 pm to 06:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Cambridge University Library | Cambridge, EN

Advertisement
Poems on the Underground has delighted millions of commuters, tourists and Londoners since the first posters appeared on the Tube in 1986.
About this Event

Cambridge University Library will be celebrating 40 years since the publication of this beloved literary project.

Hosted by Dr Jessica Gardner, University Librarian, join us for a conversation with, and readings from, project co-directors Judith Chernaik, Imtiaz Dharker and George Szirtes.

The archive was donated to Cambridge University Library in 2024 and includes posters, eclectic memorabilia and letters. A small selection will be on display at this event.

Tickets are free and include a complimentary drink and the opportunity to enjoy the Living Water: Poetry, Art and the Fight for Clean Rivers exhibition after the talk. Under 18s are welcome to attend but must be accompanied by an adult.

Advertisement

Where is it happening?

Cambridge University Library, West Road, Cambridge, United Kingdom

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

GBP 0.00

Icon
Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.
Francesca Harper

Host or Publisher Francesca Harper

Ask AI if this event suits you:

Discover More Events in Cambridge

Assessing the Needs of the Palliative Patient
Thu, 14 May at 09:30 am Assessing the Needs of the Palliative Patient

Education & Conference Centre, Arthur Rank Hospice Charity

NONPROFIT BUSINESS
The Common Thread \u2014 Monthly Business Networking Morning
Thu, 14 May at 10:00 am The Common Thread — Monthly Business Networking Morning

University Arms

BUSINESS
The Edible Bouquet Workshop
Thu, 14 May at 04:00 pm The Edible Bouquet Workshop

Hilton Cambridge City Centre (20 Downing Street, Cambridge)

WORKSHOPS
Ashtons Cambridge Charity Treasure Hunt
Thu, 14 May at 04:30 pm Ashtons Cambridge Charity Treasure Hunt

West Court

NONPROFIT
Strengthening Startup Ecosystems: The Talent Factor
Thu, 14 May at 05:30 pm Strengthening Startup Ecosystems: The Talent Factor

Wolfson College, University of Cambridge

BUSINESS WORKSHOPS
Inside the Art of Backing Technology Transformation with Simon Patterson
Thu, 14 May at 05:30 pm Inside the Art of Backing Technology Transformation with Simon Patterson

King's College, Cambridge (Provost’s Drawing Room)

ART SPORTS
How to K*ll a Language - Sophia Smith Galer, at Heffers Bookshop
Thu, 14 May at 06:00 pm How to K*ll a Language - Sophia Smith Galer, at Heffers Bookshop

Heffers Bookshop

ART LITERARY-ART
For the love of the lido ...
Thu, 14 May at 06:00 pm For the love of the lido ...

The Tivoli

CHARITIES NONPROFIT
Zine Club
Sun, 01 Mar at 05:00 pm Zine Club

The Blue Moon

ART WORKSHOPS
Poems on the Underground: Celebrating 40 Years
Thu, 14 May at 05:00 pm Poems on the Underground: Celebrating 40 Years

Cambridge University Library

ART LITERARY-ART
The Songsmith Sessions
Sun, 17 May at 07:30 pm The Songsmith Sessions

26 Russell Court, CB2 1HW Cambridge, United Kingdom

OPEN-MIC
Rough Draft Writing Space Event
Sun, 24 May at 07:30 pm Rough Draft Writing Space Event

Oscar's at Wilde Cambridge City Centre

ART LITERARY-ART
Mill Road Poetry \u2013 Spring Season 2026
Thu, 26 Mar Mill Road Poetry – Spring Season 2026

Hot Numbers Coffee - Gwydir St (Dale's Brewery)

ART LITERARY-ART
Sophie Hannah and Martina Evans Poetry Launch, at Heffers bookshop
Tue, 02 Jun at 06:00 pm Sophie Hannah and Martina Evans Poetry Launch, at Heffers bookshop

Heffers Bookshop

ART LITERARY-ART
The Compa\u1e8fn\u1e8fs of Beest\u1e8fs - A night of new writing
Fri, 05 Jun at 06:00 pm The Compaẏnẏs of Beestẏs - A night of new writing

Centre for Research in the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities (CRASSH)

ART LITERARY-ART
National Animal Rights Day Cambridge
Sun, 07 Jun at 11:30 am National Animal Rights Day Cambridge

Christ's Pieces, Cambridge, CB1 1, United Kingdom

MUSIC LIVE-MUSIC

What's Happening Next in Cambridge?

Discover Cambridge Events