Are you a keen photographer? Showcase your talent and enter our annual competition for a chance to be part of next year's Rugby calendar

Each year, the competition invites photographers of all ages and abilities to capture places, landscapes and moments that make Rugby unique. Successful entries will be featured in the annual Rugby Calendar, with all entries displayed in a celebratory exhibition at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum between 6 – 31 October 2026.

Calendar images will be selected by a judging panel, with the top three calendar and best under 18 photographs chosen by public vote. The Mayor of Rugby will also be selecting a ‘Spirit of Rugby’ award.

Fantastic prizes are up for grabs, thanks to our local sponsors.

• Overall winner: Letterpress Printing Workshop voucher at Hand Inc and a Gin Tasting Experience for two from Rugby Distillery  
• Runner-up: £ 50 voucher towards a workshop at the Percival Guildhouse and VIP voucher for fizz and nibbles for four people from The Aviary Bar
• Third placed: A voucher for a show at Macready Theatre and a voucher for three pilates classes within two weeks, courtesy of Shape It Up Pilates
• Best under 18: A Chocolate Lolly Making Workshop and Children’s picnic for two, courtesy of Pickle and Pie at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum
• The Mayor’s pick - 'Spirit of Rugby': £ 20 voucher courtesy of Cheese on the Green

Participants whose photos have been selected for the calendar will also receive a complimentary copy. The calendar will be available for purchase at Rugby Visitor Centre in October.

Apply now by clicking on one of the buttons below. Application fee: £ 1 for up to three photographs. Under 18s can enter up to three images for free.

Please submit images in landscape format only, with a minimum resolution of 300x300dpi. Any portrait image submitted will not be taken in consideration for the calendar selection, but will still be displayed in the exhibition. Please read carefully and agree to Terms and Conditions when applying.

Application deadline: Sunday 6th September 2026.