This year, The Atkinson’s annual competition asks you to respond to artworks on display in their 150th Anniversary Exhibition.
Open to anyone aged 18+ with links to Sefton, you may submit one entry of up to 1,000 words. They welcome submissions of poetry, short stories, song lyrics, essays, letters, blogs, zines, or any other form of creative writing.
All competition entries will be featured on The Atkinson’s website. Winners will receive prizes donated by The Arts Society Southport, and their work will be displayed in the Art Gallery for visitors to read and enjoy.
📖 Closing date: 19 October 2025.
🔗 Visit their website to find out more and download an entry form.