GHCT Photography Competition
Capture the Spirit of Gloucestershire: Enter the GHCT Photography Competition!
Are you passionate about photography and history? Do you love exploring the hidden gems of Gloucestershire and North Bristol?
The Gloucestershire Historic Churches Trust (GHCT) is excited to announce its upcoming Photography Competition—an inspiring opportunity to showcase your creative perspective and help celebrate the heritage, beauty, and sense of community embodied by our local churches.
This competition runs alongside our annual Ride+Stride fundraising event, taking place on Saturday, 13th September 2025. Whether you’re capturing stunning church architecture, candid moments of community life, or the scenic surroundings that make our region so special, we want to see your vision! The competition is open to photographers of all ages and abilities, so grab your camera and get involved.
Competition Categories & Prizes
- Age 16 and over: £75 cash prize
- Under 16s: £25 book voucher
Be sure to state clearly which category you are entering in your email submission.
Key Details
- Open to all—you don’t need to take part in Ride+Stride to enter!
- Submit your photos in JPEG format to: ride-and-stride@ghct.org.uk
- Images may be used by GHCT for promotional purposes (with credit given)
- If your photo features people, please ensure you have their permission .
Important Dates
- Event Date: Saturday, 13th September 2025 (photos can be taken at any time, but this is our Ride+Stride day)
- Submission Deadline: Monday, 30th September 2025, 5:00 PM
- Winners Announced: Friday, 17th October 2025
This is a fantastic way to support the upkeep of our historic churches while pursuing your love of photography. To learn more about the Ride+Stride event, check out our Ride & Stride page.
We look forward to seeing how you capture the unique charm of Gloucestershire’s churches!
Professor Patricia Broadfoot CBE
Chair of Gloucestershire Historic Churches Trust