In his poem ‘Summer Images’ John Clare wrote that ‘Rich music breathes in summer’s every sound’. Song was everywhere: in the sky, the trees, the fields and rivers. It affected him to the extent that he declared: ‘I thought Id a right to song/And sung …’ While a prolific poet he also wrote many songs himself and we still have access to them today. Clare’s … Continue reading Walking and Singing With John Clare
Roll up, roll up, not for the fair but for something just as much fun because of the variety of events on offer, all in one place, Helpston, over two Summer days. The celebrations start on Friday 11th July 2025 at St. Botolph’s Church when the children of the John Clare Primary School gather to bring their Midsummer Cushions and to receive prizes in the annual Poetry … Continue reading John Clare Society Festival 2025
This year we are having a two-day Festival, starting on Friday July 12th with the traditional laying of the Midsummer Cushions on John Clare’s grave, from 1pm. The entire John Clare Primary School will be going to St. Botolph’s Church in class groups and everyone is invited to attend – parents, grandparents, carers, friends, siblings, anyone else living locally, and visitors. It is always a happy occasion. The … Continue reading John Clare Society Festival 2024
