The perfect gift to buy for Mother’s Day 2027 – tickets to see Pam Ayres who has spent a lifetime providing hilarious and profound insights into the delights and tribulations of everyday life. She returns to The Core to talk about her latest book, Doggedly Onward – A Life in Poems, 1970 to 2020s.
Pam has gathered her career’s work of poetry into this book, which traces the course of her life. Recent TV appearances include two series of The Cotswolds for Channel 5, This Morning, Alan Titchmarsh, Countdown and Would I Lie To You?
"We love her because she makes us laugh, but above all because we know she’s genuine."
The Oldie Magazine, 2024
"Pam Ayres delivered exactly what audiences love her for – sharp wit, warmth, and finding humour in everyday life."
Borders Book Festival - 2026
Monday 5 April 2027
7.30pm
The Core Theatre
Tickets: £35 (+ transaction fee)
Running Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including interval)
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