Poetry-lovers are in for a treat in Bromley when the Ripley Poetry Club holds its next guest reading.

Peter Abbs, this month's guest, is a rare writer a philosophical poet with a genuine lyric gift. His thought-provoking poems are equally arresting for their substance as for their style.

Hear him reading his work at the Ripley Arts Centre, Sundridge Avenue, Bromley, on November 30 at 8pm.

Future guests include Matthew Sweeney on January 25 next year.

Events cost £3/£1 including refreshments. Call 020 8851 9116/ 020 8778 5066.

November 20, 2001 15:22