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Shepton Mallet Snowdrop Festival Poetry Competition 2026

Closing Date: Sun 04 Jan 2026

The Shepton Mallet Snowdrop Festival Poetry Competition is open for online for poetry entries in English, in any style or genre, written to the theme of ‘In The Garden’ until 4th January 2026.

Prizes:

18 & Over – £300

12 to 17 – £100

11 & Under – £50

Judge: Wendy Pratt

All shortlisted poems are printed in a pamphlet and there will be readings at the prize-giving in Shepton Mallet during the festival on Saturday 21st February 2026.

Find out more about Shepton Mallet Snowdrop Festival Poetry Competition 2026
Entry fee: £4 Adults | Free under 18s
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