KENDAL'S Ottaker's bookstore is staging its poetry night again at the Brewery.

As part of the Ottaker's and Faber National Poetry Day competition, the event is at the Kendal arts centre on Thursday, October 10 (7pm), featuring readings from both local winners and those shortlisted.

The four categories are 5/8, 9/12, 13/16, and adults, with the winners going forward into the selection process for the national award, judged by Poet Laureate Andrew Motion.

Free admission.