LEGENDARY poet John Cooper Clarke is set for a gig at the Parr Hall later this year.

The Chicken Town wordsmith and comedian, who shot to prominence in the 1970s, will be coming to Warrington on Saturday, October 28, with tickets priced between £15 and £24.50.

A key influence on artists such as Arctic Monkeys and Plan B, the iconic poet’s show will feature a mix of new and old material and life stories.

Tickets are on sale now.