WILD Words Poetry Competition

Our 2023 WILD Words Poetry Competition is now closed. Read the winning poems. 

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The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales (WTSWW) are organising a poetry competition to celebrate World Poetry Day (21st of March). We want to read all about what nature means to you, your experiences with nature, and why nature is important. Entries are welcomed in both Welsh and English. Submit your entry to be in with a chance to win Dan Rouse's new book 'The Children's Book of Birdwatching', as well as a selection of other inspiring children's books. The winning poem will be published on our website, as well as featured in our monthly enewsletter, and on social media.

There will be 2 categories - under 12 years old, and 12 to 16 years old, and the winner will be announced on the 21st of March.

Go WILD for World Poetry Day and write a poem about nature!

Terms and Conditions: 

• Closing date: 9am on Monday 6th March 2023
• Only one entry per child
• Maximum age 16 years old, no minimum age
• Entries may be made in English or Welsh
• Poems must be the child's own work
• Entries may only be submitted through this form
• Ensure that all questions on form are answered
• Poems can be written/typed by an adult
• Entrants must live in Wales 

Enter now