
Community writing Group Word Wizards has set itself the unbelievable task of bringing together 200 brand new limericks in celebration of the bi-centennial of famous poet Sir Edward Lear.
The Furlong of Funniness is now on display in a merry ring inside The Dome, University of Derby, Buxton campus where it will remain on free display until 11th August. There is still time for local writers to achieve their moment of fame as visitors not only get the chance to vote on their personal favourites but can also compose their own ditty for inclusion in the exhibition.
If you can – come to Buxton and see `em
It’s a limerick led coliseum
Though it has to be said
That after they’re read
It’s more madhouse than culture museum
With a supporting poster and leaflet campaign – press and radio coverage – and the fact that Buxton is currently full of people for the International Gilbert and Sullivan Festival, it is hoped that the exhibition will attract a lot of interest.

Thanks to...
Alex Annesty
Anne Carrol
A. Trucker
A. Writer
Brenda Tolchard
Christine Fennell
Craig Hopper
David Barrow
David Siddon
Dee Costello
Gary Carr
Gary Longden
Gay Horton
Ivy Moore
Jean Graves
Jean Wright
Julie Elliot
Kaye Booth
Linda Goulden
Margaret Tarbatt
Martin Thorne
Peter Carrol
Peter Grey
Principal Skinner
Ray Jolland
Rebel
Rob Stevens
Ron Wild
Steven Zarel
Susie Watkinson
Terri Jolland
Tom Wyre
Tony Keaton
Valerie Hughes