#MyStHelensStory - Children & Young People's Competition
We want to hear YOUR story of growing up in St Helens Borough!
How You Can Enter
If you're aged 0-18 and live in (or are from) St Helens Borough, choose one of the following:
Draw or paint a picture of what St Helens means to you
✍️ Write a poem, short story, song, article, or letter about growing up here
Deadline: 8 October 2026
What can you win?
First place will receive a £50 gift voucher, second place will receive a £30 gift voucher, and third place will receive a £20 gift voucher.
We aim to let the winners know by the 30th of October 2026.
How to enter
Submit your entry via email ourchildrensstories@sthelens.gov.uk or by dropping it off at a St Helens school, St Helens library or St Helens Family Hub.
Don't Hold Back!
Show us what it is like to live, learn and grow in St Helens through your eyes. We can't wait to see your amazing work! If you have any questions, please email us at ourchildrensstories@sthelens.gov.uk
