Warwick Words presents its ninth poetry competition and will appoint Warwick Poet Laureate 2012/2013. The competition is open to anyone living in Warwickshire aged 18 and over. For details of how to apply and where to send your entries, download the form below.

The position of Warwick Poet Laureate is an honorary one, for which there is no payment. Candidates must be capable of writing good poetry and willing and able to perform their own work. The Laureate must be willing to get involved in key events and activities throughout the year. The Laureate will be commissioned to write poems about Warwickshire throughout the year.

The winner and runners-up will have the opportunity to read their poems at the Festival Launch.

Download the Poetry Competition Entry Form for the 2012/2013 poet laureate competition.