Wells Festival of Literature's International Open Poetry Competition

The Open Poetry Competition has no theme.  No more than 40 lines.

Judge: Clare Shaw

All shortlisted poets will be invited to read their poem or send a video of themselves reading their poem in Cedars Hall, Wells on 19th October during the Competitions’ special event when the winners will be announced and receive prizes totalling £5,000 between them.

All the shortlisted poems will be included in the Poetry Booklet.