The inaugural Patricia Eschen poetry prize for 2022 is open for entries.

The Patricia Eschen Prize for Poetry is sponsored by the Dennis Myner Trust which supports Morrab Library in its charitable work, continuing the legacy of former member Dennis Myner who was devoted to our library. The name of this new poetry prize honours Dennis’ sister, Patricia Eschen.

The prize is free to enter and international entries are welcomed.

How to enter 

Poems can be submitted via email to poetryprize@morrablibrary.org.uk or posted to ‘Poetry Competition, Morrab Library, Morrab Gardens, Penzance, TR18 4DA’ or dropped off in person at the Morrab Library.

If you are emailing your entry, your poem must be submitted in a Word document (.doc) or PDF (.pdf) file.

The competition closes for entries on Friday 30th September 2022  (23.59 GMT)  

For more information click on this link.