Bridport Prize Creative Writing Competition 2026 – A Global Opportunity for Writers
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Applicant criteria
NationalityNo specific nationality required
Age
- No specific age required
Gender
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Fees£26
Deadline2026-05-31
Opportunity description
The Bridport Prize is one of the most prestigious global creative writing competitions, held annually in the United Kingdom and open to writers of all levels from around the world. Bridport Prize offers participants the opportunity to submit their work in categories such as short stories, poetry, novels, and flash fiction, with a strong focus on storytelling quality and literary creativity. The competition aims to discover new talent and support writers through valuable cash prizes, publication opportunities, and international recognition, making it an important platform for launching a professional writing career.
Competition Categories:
- Short Story: around £15 per entry
- Poetry: around £13 per poem
- Flash Fiction: around £12 per entry
- Novel / Memoir: around £26 per entry
Benefits
- Large cash prizes
- Publication of winning or shortlisted works
- International recognition and literary exposure
- Professional evaluation by an expert judging panel
- Strong addition to your CV / portfolio
- Opportunity to launch a professional writing career
Eligibility criteria
- Open to all nationalities worldwide
- No specific age limit
- You can apply in categories such as short story, poetry, novel, and flash fiction
- Must adhere to the word limit for each category
- Submissions must be original and unpublished
- An entry fee is required for each submission