Forward Prizes for Poetry

The Forward Prizes for Poetry are prestigious awards given annually in the UK to recognize outstanding contemporary poetry. They celebrate the best new collections, emerging poets, and individual poems, highlighting creativity and craftsmanship in the art of poetry. Established in 1992, the prizes aim to bring attention to high-quality poetry, support poets’ careers, and engage the public with the power of poetic expression. Winning or being shortlisted for a Forward Prize is a significant honor, marking excellence within the contemporary poetry community.