The much-loved National Historic Ships UK Photography Competition is back for its 16th year – and Fat Beehive is delighted to return as one of the official sponsors for 2025.
This year’s theme, “Craft & Crew,” invites photographers to celebrate the historic vessels and the people who sail, maintain and restore them. Whether afloat or ashore, the competition is looking for striking images that capture the enduring beauty of traditional maritime craftsmanship and the crews who keep it alive.
From dramatic shots of classic rigs to quiet moments of restoration work in a shipyard, entries are encouraged to explore the full breadth of Britain’s maritime heritage. With thousands of miles of coastline and navigable inland waterways to choose from – not to mention events like May’s Return to Dunkirk, commemorating 85 years since Operation Dynamo – there’s no shortage of inspiration.
