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Award

The Solstice Nature Prize for Young Writers 2026

Competition opportunity. Deadline: 2026-10-10

Type: Award
Organizer: Writing East Midlands
Deadline: 10 October 2026
Where: Online
Compensation: Prizes for winners and highly commended pieces
Disciplines: writing, poetry, short stories, blogging

About this opportunity

The Solstice Nature Prize for Young Writers 2026 is a national writing competition organized by Writing East Midlands, inviting young people aged 7-25 to submit short stories, poems, or blogs inspired by nature. Winners receive prizes, with specific regional prizes for young writers residing in the East Midlands. The competition is free to enter and closes on October 10, 2026.

Who can apply

Four age groups: 7-11, 12-14, 15-17 and 18-25 years.
Regional prizes available for young writers who live in the East Midlands.