Discover Norwich of the past, present, and future through newly commissioned poems from seven brilliant writers. Experience the city with fresh eyes, encountering the people and locations that inspired each writers’ work.
Follow the walking trail and scan the QR code at each marked location to hear an immersive audio recording of a poem, as well as sounds of the people and settings that inspired each writer’s work. All you need is your mobile phone!
This literary walk has been created to celebrate the ten-year anniversary of Norwich becoming England’s first UNESCO City of Literature.
National Centre for Writing commissioned writers with a connection to the city to respond creatively to a particular place in Norwich or to an event in its history. These new works represent the breadth of new writing happening in, around and inspired by the city.
Make a day of it and discover all seven soundscapes and poems, or if you’re shorter on time, listen to 1 or 2 and more next time you’re visiting the city!
Wandering Words Stops and Soundscapes:
The Plantation Garden
St Benedicts Street
London Street
St Martin at Palace Plain
The Herb Garden at Norwich Cathedral
Tombland
St Julian’s Church
