2026 Events
Between the Lines with Jessie Greengrass
Thu 9 July 2026,
7pm (prompt!) start
Free event, booking essential. Book at www.thestrawyard.co.uk
Between the Lines is a live conversation series exploring how writing really happens. Hosted at The Straw Yard and recorded as a live audience podcast, each event invites an author into an unedited discussion about the realities of a writing life.
This event features Berwick-based Jessie Greengrass, one of Britain's most distinctive contemporary novelists.
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The Cabaret of Words
Thu 20 August 2026,
6.15pm for a 7pm (prompt!) start
Free event, booking essential. Book at www.thestrawyard.co.uk
Writers, performers, and lovers of the spoken word, welcome to The Cabaret of Words!
This popular open mic night is your chance to take the stage, share your original writing, and soak up the electric atmosphere of live literary performance. Whether you are a seasoned wordsmith or trying out new material for the first time, this is a welcoming space to bring your words to life.
Book your ticket, settle in with a drink, and enjoy an evening of varied live performances in an informal and friendly setting.