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This competition is organised by The Chaucer Heritage Trust (which was founded in 1992 and aims to further interest, understanding and appreciation of the works of Geoffrey Chaucer, his life and times, and influence).
The special theme of the competition this year is ‘Surprise, Surprise!’ and the competition is open to all students of school age including not only those in schools and college communities, but also students who are home educated and in any other young people’s community organisations. The three age groups are: Junior – 5-10 years old, Intermediate – 11-14 years old, Senior – 15-18 years old (based on the entrant’s age on 28 February 2025).
Entrants should invoke the spirit of Geoffrey Chaucer’s The Canterbury Tales and must choose ONE of the following:
– Write a poem or story about a surprise.
– Write a poem or story with a twist in the tail.
– Write a description of a character who was not what they appeared to be.
More details available on the competition site.
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