Walburga’s Day and My Mum’s Escape From The Red Army Event in Bradford

Local performance to showcase illustrated tales and poetry

A performance titled Walburga’s Day & My Mum’s Escape From The Red Army is scheduled to take place at Waterstones Bradford on 25 February 2026. The event will run from 5:30pm to 7:00pm and will feature a unique blend of storytelling and poetry.

Event details

• Date and time: 25 February 2026, 17:30 – 19:00
• Location: Waterstones Bradford, The Wool Exchange, Hustlergate, BD1 1BL
• Performer: Glyn Watkins
• Content: Two illustrated tales including stories about the performer’s mother’s Finnish adventures and his first poetry collection
• Ticket price: £5 (General admission)
• Ticket purchase: Available from Cafe W in Bradford or via Eventbrite
• Age guidance: None specified

The performance will combine visual storytelling with poetry, reflecting on personal and historical experiences. Glyn Watkins, the performer, is noted for integrating his family history into his work, and his poetry collection has previously attracted attention from notable figures such as Kenneth Branagh.

Venue information

Waterstones Bradford is located within The Wool Exchange building on Hustlergate. The venue is known for hosting a variety of cultural and literary events throughout the year.

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