Celebrate the talent and creativity of photographers from across the community in our 37th Annual Photographic Competition exhibition.
Discover the finalist images selected from this year's Open category alongside entries inspired by the theme, Cherished Memories, in a celebration of photography and creativity.
In our Courtyard, don't miss the finalists from our Young Photographers' Competition. Responding to this year's theme, Everyday Life, the exhibition shines a spotlight on the talent and creativity of photographers aged 25 and under.
Photo credit (left to right): 2025 entries 'Fondazione Prada, Milano' by Neville Morgan ARPS, ‘Rainy Day of Blackpool Pier’ by Debbie Smyth, 'Vermeer came by' by George Blair, Happy Days by Colin Page
Private View
Join us at the Private View of our annual Photographic Exhibition on Wednesday 29 July from 7:30pm to 9.30pm where we will announce the winners of the 2026 Photographic Competition.
Our private view is free to attend and everyone is welcome!
There will be a bar serving drinks on the night.
Opening Dates & Hours
The Photographic Exhibition will be on display in the Lower Gallery, our airy ground floor room at the front of the House, during gallery opening times from Wednesday 29 July - Monday 24 August.
The gallery is generally open:
- Monday - Tuesday : 12pm to 4pm
- Wednesday : 11am to 3pm
- Thursday - Sunday : 12pm to 4pm
Please note that the gallery hours may change or the gallery may close at short notice due to private events. To avoid disappointment, please check our most up-to-date opening hours by clicking here or calling us on 020 8348 8716 the day before your visit.