Newent Library is inviting people to express romantic thoughts in verse, as part of an activity day on Saturday, January 31.

A special St Valentine's Day poetry contest will be launched across three categories - children under ten, young people aged 11 to 18, and adults.

The prize for each category will be a £5 book token and the winners will be announced on Saturday, February 14.

The library's activity day will kick off at 2pm with a demonstration of tin craft. This will take place again at 3pm. The poetry competition will be launched at 2.45pm and will be free to all comers.