Poems up to 40 lines, on any theme; extra categories for young people 17-25 and special prizes for Bedford residents.

All proceeds from the competition going to Schoolreaders, Bedford, to help children ‘catch up’, and King’s Arms Homeless project.

Poetry judge: Anne Berkeley
Cygnature Poetry Prize for 17–25 years: Cameron Stuart
Bedford Poetry Prize: Simon Wrigley

Prizes:
1st £1000
2nd £200
3rd £100

Entries accepted from 1st May.