British Wildlife Photography Awards 2026
Annual photography competition celebrating the diversity and beauty of British wildlife, now in its fourteenth year. Open to photographers worldwide, but all images must be taken in Britain or the British Isles. Twelve categories including Animal Behaviour, Animal Portraits, Botanical Britain, Black and White, British Seasons, Coast and Marine, Habitat, Hidden Britain, Urban Wildlife, Wild Woods, Documentary Series, and Video. Photos must be taken after January 1, 2019. Youth competition (17 and under) is free to enter. Winners announced March 2027 and featured in the Collection 14 coffee table book and a UK touring exhibition. Post-processing permitted but no compositing, sky swapping, or object removal. Proceeds from auction of award-winning prints donated to Birds on the Brink charity. AI-generated images strictly prohibited.
Jury: Ellie Rothnie, Wildlife Photographer · David Chapman, Wildlife Photographer · Lara Jackson, Conservation Biologist & Wildlife Photographer · Neil McIntyre, Wildlife Photographer · Gina Goodman, Underwater Photographer · Danny Green, Wildlife Photographer · Will Nicholls, BWPA Director & Wildlife Cameraman
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