Pam Ayres

Pam Ayres has spent a lifetime providing hilarious and profound insights into the delights and tribulations of everyday life. She comes to Lincoln to talk about her latest book, DOGGEDLY ONWARD – A LIFE IN POEMS, 1970s to 2020s.

Pam has gathered her career's work of poetry into this book, which traces the course of her life, and illustrates how her work has provoked laughter, and some tears, in people around the world.

Recent TV appearances include two series of The Cotswolds for Channel 5, This Morning, Alan Titchmarsh, Countdown and Would I Lie To You?

"We love her because she makes us laugh, but above all because we know she's genuine." - The Oldie Magazine, 2024

"Who doesn't feel warm, sentimental, and downright good when they think of Pam Ayres? She's a timeless talent and a glorious people's poet." - Glastonbury Festival 2022