A warm, friendly storytelling / poetry / spoken word night, showcasing the talent of Bristol and beyond. Join us for stories, badges and the legendary 'Finish the Lines'.

When? Thursday 16th April 2026
Start time? 7pm, doors open 6.45pm
Where? The Robin Hood, 56 St Michael's Hill, Bristol BS2 8DX

Please note, the function room where Talking Tales is held is upstairs with no lift - if you have any questions or concerns about access, please get in touch.

Want to read/perform? There’s an optional theme - "Spring" - please feel free to interpret that in any way you like, or ignore it and take inspiration from elsewhere.

There may also be drop-in slots on the night, but it's best to submit in advance where possible (or email your idea/outline):

Want to submit? Find out more here: https://www.christopherfielden.com/about/stokes-croft-writers-talking-tales/