Philip Burton Poetry Commission

Competition Information

The Philip Burton Poetry Commission is open for submissions.

Submission Guidelines

  • The Commission is offering £500 for a young poet (aged 16 – 25) to write an original piece which celebrates the Richard Burton Centenary.
  • Poets submitting their work must be available on Monday, 10th November, to read their poem at the Blue Plaque unveiling.

Deadline: Submissions are open until 10th October, with the winner to be selected by 24th October.

Full details and submission conditions are available on their website.

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