The Big Poetry Party
Poetry Competition
4-18
This special poetry competition is open to 4–18 year-olds and gives every young writer the freedom to create a poem their way. They can write about anything they like, in any style they choose, making it perfect for all ages, abilities and imaginations.
Let the celebrations begin!
How To Enter
Email your child's entry along with their name and full address to: [email protected]
OR
Upload their entry at www.youngwriters.co.uk/competitions/enter
OR
Post your child's entry along with their name and full address to:
Young Writers - Big Poetry Party
Remus House
Peterborough
PE2 9BF
Closing Date: 28th August 2026
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Rules
To make sure your entries are valid, please follow the rules listed below:
- Only one entry per person.
- Your entry must be your own original work.
- UK entrants only.
- Your poem can be submitted on the entry form or an A4 sheet of paper or typed.
- Your name, age and full home address should be included on your entry.
- Copyright remains with the author.
- No word or line limit (but we do recommend staying under 750 words).
If you are unsure on any rules or have any queries, please don't hesitate to Contact Us.
Prizes
Independent entrants are eligible for pupil prizes.