Mark Gwynne Jones
“Inspired… One of the most accomplished performance poets in the land”
Five times fringe award winner Mark Gwynne Jones is an critically-acclaimed poet and performer whose skilful mix of humour and poignancy has made him a favourite of BBC Radio 4’s Wondermentalist Cabaret and Radio 3’sLate Junction. As resident poet in four of London’s parks, Mark explored what is meant by ‘common ground’ in 21st Century Britain. Popular with all ages, and an active workshop facilitator, he has held writing residencies at The National Trust, The Cornerhouse in Manchester, Loughborough University, Arvon Foundation, and Service Children’s Education in Cyprus, Germany and the Netherlands. His collection of poetry for young people Wordworms! was published by Route in 2014.
“The fascinating quest of the poet Mark Gwynne Jones… An array of audio odysseys ”
Voices From The Peak is a series of audio-works created and narrated by Mark Gwynne Jones, with many guests, which marks and celebrates the 70th anniversary of the Peak District National Park in 2021.
In a sense it all comes from the earth… the energy and vibrancy of this land of contrasts…
The audio series present stories of forces underground that have shaped not just the landscape but also its people. Including the story of lead, how miners tracked and found lead through ancient methods such as plant lore and dowsing, and occasionally by spectacular means such as a ‘Burning Drake’ or shooting star.
Mark embarked on a tour in 2023, performing the podcast live. 3 new episodes were also released Autumn 2023, and can be listened to here.
“This is a work of rare quality as timeless as its subject. I’ve spent decades producing radio dramas and documentaries and my indisposition to what I hear currently is now – overturned. Bravo! ”
Do you have a Peak District snow story to tell? Mark Gwynne-Jones is seeking your stories and anecdotes of big winters in the Peaks for the next chapter. Visit https://markgwynnejones.com/contact for information.
Read an article by Ann Treneman in The Times. Read an interview with Mark in Park Life. Voices from the Peak is supported by Arts Council England; The Peak District National Park; and, Derbyshire County Council.
Represented by Renaissance One for bookings. www.markgwynnejones.com
