November 2025
Thames Lens 2026 Photography Competition
Capture your Thames Vision.
We’re thrilled to announce that Thames Festival’s Thames Lens 2026 is open for entries! In collaboration with the Port of London Authority, this annual photography competition invites photographers to explore the River Thames and capture its many faces.
This year features six creative categories, including a Under 30 Prize, offering even more opportunities for emerging talent. Winners and runners-up will have their photos exhibited in central London, be invited to an award ceremony and receive exciting prizes including photography kit vouchers and The Photographers’ Gallery memberships.
Deadline: Friday 9th January 2026
New: Illuminated River Video Category – Submit a short video (max 2.5 mins) showcasing the Illuminated Thames bridges in imaginative ways.
Enter now: Thames Lens
Contact: a.taylor-munt@thamesfestival.org
