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King's English Society Poetry Competition

Closing date: Sun 15 Jun 2025

The King’s English Society Poetry Competition is now open for their next poetry-writing competition.

The theme of this competition is “Fair”. Entrants are welcome to submit two previously unpublished poems relating to this theme.

The author of the winning poem will receive a cash prize of £100, and the poem will be published on the King’s English Society website, Facebook platforms, and occasionally in the next issue of the Society’s quarterly magazine, Quest. The runner-up will receive a cash prize of £50, and the poem will also be published.

Judge: Dorothy Pope

Find out more about King's English Society Poetry Competition
Entry fee: Free
Adults Free