In Retrospect by Simon Armitage is a commemorative poem written to mark the 80th anniversary of VE and VJ Day. Simon shares with us the meaning and significance of the poem. "It's about memory and the importance of memory, and how the poppy has become a symbol for that memory." 🌺 Read the poem in full: https://bit.ly/TowerRemembers25 #TowerPoppies | Tower of London

Would it be #NationalPoetryDay without the Poet Laureate? IT WOULD NOT. Simon Armitage is here with a reading from his latest collection, New Cemetery. This is 'Clouded Buff' and here's where you can find signed copies of the book: https://www.waterstones.com/book/new-cemetery/simon-armitage/9780571400607 | Waterstones

Our final reading for National Poetry Day comes from the Poet Laureate himself, Simon Armitage. And whilst you may remember the fun of Boaty McBoatface, the RRS Sir David Attenborough actually serves as the inspiration for the poem Ark, perfect for this year's theme of the environment. Explore the work of Simon Armitage here: https://bit.ly/3Eg40r3 | Waterstones