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Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2027

The Natural History Museum’s international wildlife photography competition, with a Grand Title prize of up to £15,000.

Deadline
3 Dec 2026
Value
Grand Title up to £15,000; category winners £1,250
Who can apply
Photographers of any nationality, adult and under-18 categories
Level
All photographers
Host
Natural History Museum, London, International

The Natural History Museum’s international wildlife photography competition, with a Grand Title prize of up to £15,000.

Entries close at 11:30 GMT. Adults pay a £35 non-refundable entry fee; entry is free for ages 18–26 and under 18, and the fee is waived for photographers from 114 countries across Africa, Southeast Asia and Central and South America. Grand Title prize per the NHM launch release; the awards page may still show £10,000.

This listing comes from public opportunity listings. Read the official call for the full rules, amounts and documents before you apply.

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