Stamford Poet Laureate Rob Ellks discusses taking on role during coronavirus pandemic

When Rob Ellks took on the role of poet laureate for Stamford he had many bright plans for his year in the position.

However, as the coronavirus pandemic put a pause on events and forced the country into a second lockdown, Rob has had to adapt to the new way of life.

Many of the duties included recording poetry to be uploaded online for people to listen to and see performed.