Ó Bhéal go Béal

Ó Bhéal go Béal is a poetry reading series that takes place on the 2nd Monday of every month, upstairs in the Long Valley Bar. It is continuing in the tradition of Ó Bhéal, an event which has been running since 2007. The event involves a reading by a guest poet, followed by a communal open mic. Ó Bhéal go Béal’s radio programme features live recordings of guest poets, Q&A sessions, and audio poetry submissions.

This month’s episode is a Twin Cities special. Established in 2008, The Cork-Coventry Twin Cities Poetry Exchange is now in its 18th year.

Each year two poets from Coventry travel to Cork, and two Cork poets travel to Coventry. The poets read and perform at events, visit cultural landmarks, make connections with local writers, and pay state visits to both the Coventry and Cork Lord Mayors. Coventry’s Twin Cities poets for 2026 are Dangermouse and Maxi Di Poet.