Organisation profile

Ted Hughes was born in Mytholmroyd, West Yorkshire, in 1930. One of the most important and distinctive writers of his generation, he served as Poet Laureate from 1984 until his death in 1998.

The Ted Hughes Network was founded in 2016, and has quickly established itself as a centre of excellence for Hughes-related research, teaching, public engagement, and creativity.

For more information, please contact Dr Steve Ely and Dr James Underwood.

UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Our work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 4 - Quality Education
  • SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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