Ilkley Literature Festival, the North’s most dynamic literary festival, is seeking a Poet in Residence for the 2010 Festival in October.

The residency is an opportunity for a poet based in, or with very strong connection to, Yorkshire and the North of England, to:

 •     be part of the North’s leading literature Festival, using it as a springboard to profile their work

•     encourage a wide range of people to share their passion for poetry through workshops, readings and discussions

•     help create Festival poetry events in liaison with the Director

•     create new work inspired by the experience

 The successful candidate will:

•     be based in the Northern region

•     have already published a collection or be in the process of publishing a collection

•     have experience of running workshops in schools and with community groups

•     have experience in reading or performing their work

 Fee:  £2,500

The Festival can provide accommodation as appropriate

 Dates:

1-17 October 2010 inclusive.

 Deadline for applications Monday 10th May 2010

Email feldberg@arthouse.demon.co.uk for full information and details of how to apply