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King's English Society Poetry Competition

Closing date: Mon 15 Sept 2025

The King’s English Society Poetry Competition is now open for submissions of poetry exploring the theme of Month (meaning any of the twelve months in the year).

Each entrant may submit two previously unpublished poems of a maximum of 20 lines each.

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 as well as publication of their poem.

Judge: Dorothy Pope

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