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British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPA) 2026

The British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPA) is the leading dedicated wildlife competition for British and Irish subjects, with strict ethical rules around animal welfare and authenticity. The 2026 cycle was judged in March; the 15th edition is open for entries with a deadline of 7 June 2026 to be judged in 2027. AI-generated or heavily altered images are prohibited.

AI banned
Deadline
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Entry fee
Per-entry fees; specific 2026 amounts not surfaced; free for Youth entrants
Results
March 9, 2026
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Authenticity policy

AI policy

The BWPA rules prohibit AI-generated or heavily altered images. Basic processing is allowed, with denoise and sharpening tools permitted.

RAW files

Not specified

Editing rules

BWPA accepts only images taken in Britain or the British Isles. The code of ethics prohibits injuring, distressing, or intentionally disturbing animals, plus tape lures, decoys to provoke behaviour, and live baiting. Denoise and sharpening tools are permitted, but AI-generated or heavily altered images are not.

Verified on June 12, 2026

Frequently asked questions

Does British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPA) 2026 allow AI-generated images?
No. British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPA) 2026 does not permit AI-generated images in its competition entries.
How much does it cost to enter British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPA) 2026?
Per-entry fees; specific 2026 amounts not surfaced; free for Youth entrants
When are the British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPA) 2026 results announced?
British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPA) 2026 announces its results on March 9, 2026.

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