A POETRY night is to be held at a Bolton town centre pub this weekend.

The Sweet Green Tavern, near Trinity Street railway station, is to host the Bolton Open Poetry Night on Sunday from 8pm to 10pm.

It promises to be a raucous evening of poetry, prose and song, with original words spoken and sung by some of the North-west's finest talent.

Budding poets wanting a five-minute slot should call Julian Jordan on 01204 398148, or email Drop a line...julianjordan@clara.co.uk.