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Foyle Young Poets of the Year Award

The Poetry Society

Online Location not verified Jul 31, 2026

Established annual international Foyle Young Poets prize, with 15 top winners, 85 commended, publication and mentoring.

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Grades eligible: Worldwide entrants ages 11 to 17 on July 31, 2026
Residency: International competition; UK entrants up to three poems, non-UK entrants one poem
Other requirements: Ages 11-17 at 2026 closing; global applicants, max one poem international

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Main deadline: Jul 31, 2026
Application requirements: Original unpublished poem up to 40 lines, no generative AI text; age 11–17, guardian consent for age 11–12.

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