Pupils from Warwick Bridge, Rockcliffe and Irthington Schools took part in a Young Writer Competition organised by Brampton & Longtown Rotary Club recently, writes Wendy Aldred.
They were tasked with writing a piece of poetry or prose on the subject of peace.
Over 150 entries were received and the standard was high, which provided the three judges Ena Hutchinson, John Langley and Liz Forth with quite a challenge.
John Langley said: “All the entries we read were really good, we enjoyed reading them. I hope the pupils enjoyed writing them and will write some more.”
He wrote a poem to read out at the prizegiving called Poetry is for Everyone.
The prizegiving events took place at Rockcliffe, Irthington and Warwick Bridge schools with the winners and runners up receiving book vouchers.
Peter Sedgwick, event organiser, said: “The standard and high number of entries has been very rewarding this year, and we have seen the enjoyment and dedication of those taking part. We are very grateful to the three schools and the judges for supporting this annual event.”
