Author, Poet, Travel Writer, Fell Walker, Long Distance Walker & Runner. With a beautiful wife, daughters, granddaughter & grandson. 

Peter Kay was born in Heywood, 1950, lived for 37 years in Lancashire, 35 years in West Yorkshire and now lives in Burton-in-Kendal, in Cumbria. 
He is the author of “A Pennine Way Odyssey” (self-published 2012),   “Show Me The Way to Santiago” (Curious Cat Books 2020)  and “A Very Alternative Coast to Coast” (Curious Cat Books 2022).  He has written and published a Children’s Book,
“The Owl And The Mole”, illustrated by one of his daughters. He has written and performed poetry, sixteen poems have been published, in anthologies or on-line; six poems can be found in: “TUESDAY AFTERNOONS: AN ANTHOLOGY OF THIRTY POEMS BY FIVE POETS”.
He is currently writing a murder mystery, set in 1930’s Yorkshire, alongside his own Poetry Pamphlet, which will be published in March 2025 by Yaffle Press. He is also ghost writing the Autobiography of a Congolese refugee RAP star.

Peter Kay
Poetry Reading – With me, Peter Kay. Two excerpts from my IMPRINTS Poetry Launch last weekend!

Poetry Reading – With me, Peter Kay. Two excerpts from my IMPRINTS Poetry Launch last weekend!

My poetry pamphlet “Imprints” launched successfully on May 10, 2025, at the Heart Headingley Enterprise and Arts Centre, marking a significant milestone. The event featured readings by myself, Faye Marshall, with additional performances by other members of the Class of 2024 and hosts Gill and Mark Connors, creating a vibrant community atmosphere. I sold 13 […]
Peter KayMay 14, 20253 min read
Nine years since the last stretch of the Camino in Spain…

Nine years since the last stretch of the Camino in Spain…

I’m reflecting on my Camino journey from nine years ago, captured in this photo on a historic stone bridge in Spain, as I celebrate the anniversary of my book “Show Me The Way to Santiago,” published after four years of writing and editing. It took me two years to write the book and another two […]
Peter KayMay 12, 20253 min read
Bradford Writes 2025: A Celebration of Yorkshire Literature

Bradford Writes 2025: A Celebration of Yorkshire Literature

Peter Kay to Attend Ilkley Library Event on July 8 Exciting news for literature enthusiasts! This is my intention to attend the upcoming Bradford Writes event at Ilkley Library, Station Road, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 8HA, on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. This event is part of a vibrant series of literary gatherings hosted by Bradford-based […]
Peter KayMay 9, 20254 min read
Peter Kay to Light Up Verbalise at Brewery Arts on 31st May!

Peter Kay to Light Up Verbalise at Brewery Arts on 31st May!

I’m delighted to announce that I’ll be reading at Verbalise, the beloved spoken word and open mic night at Brewery Arts in Kendal, on Saturday, 31st May 2025! As an author and poet, I’m beyond excited to share my work with the vibrant Cumbrian literary community and connect with fellow word enthusiasts in this warm, […]
Peter KayMay 7, 20253 min read
Join Me for a Night of Poetry at The Wordarium in Lancaster!

Join Me for a Night of Poetry at The Wordarium in Lancaster!

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, 14th May, because I’m thrilled to be reading at The Wordarium in Lancaster! This grassroots spoken word and poetry night is the perfect place to soak up creativity, share stories, and connect with a warm, inclusive community of word lovers. The event kicks off at 7:30pm at The Hall in […]
Peter KayMay 7, 20251 min read
Peter Kay – Back in Bolton! May 4th ’25

Peter Kay – Back in Bolton! May 4th ’25

I shall be reading tonight at Bolton Socialist Club, Wood Street, Bolton. 1905-2025. An old haunt of mine and my father’s. The event promises to be a celebration of literature and community. The Bolton Socialist Club, fondly known as the world’s oldest independent socialist club, is more than just a venue—it’s a living archive of […]
Peter KayMay 4, 20252 min read
End of April ’25 Update – Rhubarb & Dark Poets

End of April ’25 Update – Rhubarb & Dark Poets

Just heard that one of the poems (Hecate), I shared at Rhubarb last night was shortlisted and got an honourable mention in the Dark Poets Prize – Edition III competition https://darkpoets.club/copy-of-edition-iii-results Great to be reading poems from my pamphlet IMPRINTS at Rhubarb in Saltaire, where my love of poetry was rekindled some 8 years ago, […]
Peter KayMay 1, 20251 min read
Cumbria Coastal Way (Part Twelve)

Cumbria Coastal Way (Part Twelve)

On the train to Carlisle, before heading to St Bees, to carry on with my Cumbria Coastal Way walk…. Well a splendid day’s walk, as I got reacquainted with the Cumbria Coastal Way Three train journeys got me to St Bees for 12.30pm. I then walked up and over both the South and North heads, […]
Peter KayApr 24, 20251 min read
Rhubarb #80 Open mic 30 April 2025

Rhubarb #80 Open mic 30 April 2025

I plan to be there – Rhubarb #80 James Nash + open mic Wednesday 30 April 2025 The Triangle, 47 Bradford Rd, Shipley BD18 3DS 7pm for 7.30 start Pay-as-you-feel https://facebook.com/shipleytriangle We’re turning 80 (in open mic years) and are thrilled to have poet James Nash as this month’s guest to help us celebrate. Alongside […]
Peter KayApr 21, 20252 min read
April 2025

April Updates 2025

Coming Soon – Poetry on the Moor 2025 Sunday 25th June! Great day yesterday. Climbed The Old Man with grandchildren. Great poetry night at The Bath in Morecambe. I even sold my first copies of IMPRINTS. If there is one special thing that certain people tend to remember from school, it’s the day that we […]
Peter KayApr 21, 20252 min read