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The London Magazine Poetry Prize 2026
Deadline: Fri 13 Mar 2026
The London Magazine is the UK’s oldest literary magazine. Established to encourage emerging literary talent, the award provides an opportunity for publication and recognition. This year's judges are Isabelle Baafi, Dean Browne and Luke Kennard. Open to writers worldwide.

Poems must be previously unpublished and no longer than 40 lines. While there is no criteria as to theme, form or style, judges are looking for resonant and accomplished work.

First Prize: £1000
Second Prize: £600
Third Prize: £400

All three prize winners will appear in a print issue of The London Magazine. Prize winners will also receive cash prizes, and will be celebrated at a prize-giving event in the summer.

Entry fee: £12 per poem. Subsequent entries: £6 per poem. Student and low-income entry: £6 per poem.

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Deadline: 13th March 2026
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