Cambrian Mountains Poetry Competition

The theme of the second international Cambrian Mountains Poetry Competition. is ‘Springs and Sources’. celebrating the many rivers, both major – the Wye, Severn, Towy and Teifi – and smaller – the Irfon, Elan, Rheidol, Ystwyth, Cammarch, Brefi, Pysgotr and others too numerous to list, which rise in the Cambrian Mountains.

The competition this yeari is sponsored by Charcroft Electronics Ltd and James James Ltd. The organizer is offering six prizes:

• Best Welsh poem: – 1st prize £150; 2nd prize a £20 book token.
• Best English poem: – 1st prize £150; 2nd prize a £20 book token.
• Best poem in either language from a contributor resident in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion or Powys: – 1st prize £100; 2nd prize a £10 book token.

The competition is open to persons from anywhere in the world aged 16 and over. The poem must be written in English or Welsh, and be no longer than 40 lines (excluding the title). The poem must be new and not already published, either in-print, online or via social media.

Is this competition legit?YES! – Based on our research this event is legitimate and the organizer is well established. However, as with any event, please remember to do your own research before submitting your work.

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