POET'S COUNTY TOWN DATE

He was born in Birmingham but spent his early years in Jamaica where he absorbed much of the music and poetry that influences his work.

Nominated for Chair of Poetry at both Oxford and Cambridge Universities, Nelson Mandela has described him as his favourite poet.

The evening at the town hall will include readings, questions from the floor and book signings.

Seats: 18.50 (concessions 13.50) .

Tickets from 01323 841414.