Once a term, for another 3 years, Christopher Ricks gives a lecture as Oxford Professor of Poetry. He arranges a reading at Balliol for an American and English poet each time. You'll find much formal as well as free verse. There are also other readings during his weeks' tenure. These are generous and inclusive in that he tries to bring writers who haven't had much notice, as well as ones who have, and everyone is invited (no fee) to come and drink and listen and meet.
The only difficulty is the lack of publicity. But if you search on the Oxford site for the lecture (at the exam schools), the reading is that same week and you can contact Balliol for details. I take it that the almost invisible announcements are the British way.
Best,
Marcia
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