This archive consists of 26 limited edition prints of posters relating to poetry readings at Morden Tower, Newcastle.

Consists of the working papers and correspondence of the poet Selima Hill.

Consists of the working papers and correspondence of the poet Peter Bennet.

Consists of manuscript and typescript drafts of Sean O'Brien's published and unpublished work, as well as articles and press cuttings relating to his work. Also includes O'Brien's personal notebooks from 1970 onwards, correspondence from and to O'Brien in both a personal and professional context, and miscellenous material relating to his cultural roles and activities including jobs, residencies and fellowships.

Consists of an incomplete set of editions of the Makaris poetry broadsheet as published by Durham University Literary Society between 1965 and 1971.

The personal papers of local poet Barry MacSweeney (1948-2000), who was an important figure in the Modern Poetry Revival, include manuscripts and published works, correspondence, literature reviews, poetry publications, photographs and newspapers articles.The correspondence includes a range of MacSweeney's friends, fellow poets and family including material from Clive Bush, Pete Bland, Tim Fletcher, Nicholas Johnson, Jackie Litherland, Maggie O'Sullivan, Eric Mottram, Elaine Randall, Jeremy Prynne and Chris Torrence.

Poetry books from local publishers which were collected by Arts Council England based in Newcastle.

Consists of notebooks of poetical drafts, manuscript drafts, annotated typescripts, research, and correspondence - both personal and professional - of Moniza Alvi.

Personal papers of Jack Mapanje including correspondence, press cuttings, books and draft manuscripts relating to his time as a political prisoner in Malawi, the campaign for his release and the publication of his poetry.

Consists of editorial material relating to published works by Flambard Press. Also contains documents relating to the marketing of the company.