With the English shooting season now behind us and safari season in full swing, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the year’s most memorable outdoor moments. We’re excited to announce the return of The Explora Club’s annual ‘Photograph of the Season’ competition, celebrating the very best in field photography from the UK and around the world.
Whether it’s misty mornings on the moors, quiet woodland scenes, the vibrant life of the African plains, or a successful sporting occasion, this is your chance to share the images that captured the spirit of your season. We’re inviting all members of The Explora Club, from seasoned field photographers to passionate sportsmen and women, to submit a photograph you’ve taken that showcases a highlight of your season.
Created for life in the field, the Explora Rucksack in Dark Tan is the result of years of adventures around the globe. Taking its name from the iconic Westley Richards ball and shot gun that first appeared in 1903, the Explora rucksack is, like its illustrious namesake, a versatile travelling companion you will be happy to have with you on any adventure.
📷 Submit a high-quality JPEG (minimum 2 MB)
✍️ Include your name, a brief caption and the location
📧 Email your submission to media@westleyrichards.co.uk
📬 Ensure you are a member of The Explora Club (free to sign-up and gives access to exclusive content and offers)
No matter where your photograph comes from, whether a sunrise over rolling hills, a quiet woodland drive, or an unforgettable safari encounter, we want to see it.
Deadline for entries: 30th April 2026
Winner announced: 13th May 2026
Only one entry per person is permitted. All photographs will be reviewed anonymously and judged on originality, storytelling, and overall quality.
When submitting your photograph, please ensure:
By entering, you grant Westley Richards & Co a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use the image to promote the competition or future initiatives. All entries will be shared with The Explora audience, joining a gallery of remarkable moments from past seasons.
Over the years, we’ve loved showcasing entries from across the globe, from upland drives and serene woodlands to the unforgettable sights of African safari. Selected images feature on The Explora Blog and social channels, highlighting the talent, creativity, and passion of our community.
We’re excited to see your 2026 season through your lens; now get shooting for your chance to win this exceptional piece of kit. 📷
Here’s a selection of our favourite moments from past competitions, a glimpse into the stories captured by The Explora community.
Two warthogs having a tussle, South Africa | Simon Boardman-Weston
Friendship in the field | Marie Dahm
The Hadza tribe, Tanzania, Africa | Jake Lewis-Hurn
A girl in the Ngorongoro Conservancy, Tanzania | Philipp Medrow
Heading home | Michael Dunk
‘The Bag Filler’ after a very successful drive | Ben Williams
The Explora Blog is the world’s premier online journal for field sports enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, conservationists and admirers of bespoke gunmaking, fine leather goods and timeless safari clothes. Each month, Westley Richards publishes up to 8 blog posts on a range of topics with an avid readership totalling 500,000+ page views per year.
Blog post topics include: finished custom rifles and bespoke guns leaving the Westley Richards factory; examples of heritage firearms with unique designs and celebrated owners like James Sutherland and Frederick Courteney Selous; the latest from the company pre-owned guns and rifles collection; interviews with the makers from the gun and leather factory; new season safari wear and country clothing; recent additions to our luxury travel bags and sporting leather goods range; time well spent out in the field; latest news in the sporting world; and key international conservation stories.
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