Stunning images unveiled as Wildlife Photographer of the Year arrives in Seaton

The world-renowned Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition has arrived at Seaton Tramway, on loan from the Natural History Museum in London, and will open to the public on February 10.

The exhibition features exceptional images, capturing fascinating animal behaviour, spectacular species, and the breathtaking diversity of the natural world. 

Using photography's unique emotive power to engage and inspire audiences, the images shine a light on stories and species around the world and encourage a future of advocating for the planet. 

Wildlife Photographer of the Year is the most prestigious photography event of its kind, providing a global platform that showcases some of the best photography talent from around the world for over 55 years.

Launching in 1965, today the competition receives entries from over 90 countries all over the world, highlighting its enduring appeal.

This year's award-winning images will embark on an international tour that will allow them to be seen by well over a million people.   

The judges of the 58 Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition had an extremely difficult task. Every entry was judged anonymously on its creativity, originality, and technical excellence by an international panel of industry experts. 

The winning images, including the prestigious Grand Title Award winners, were announced in October 2022 during a glittering awards show hosted by wildlife presenter and conservationist Chris Packham. 

Dr Doug Gurr, director of the Natural History Museum, said: "Captured by some of the best photography talent from around the world, the 100 photographs encourage curiosity, connection and wonder.

"These inspiring images convey human impact on the natural world in a way that words cannot – from the urgency of declining biodiversity to the inspiring bounce back of a protected species."

Exhibition opening times

February 10 to April 23 2023

10am - 4pm (last entry 3.30pm) until March 31

10am to 5pm (last entry 4.30pm) from April 1 to April 23

Add a tram ride to your ticket on select dates of February 11 to 19, 25 and 26, every weekend in March and March 25 5o April 23.

Tickets cost £6.60 and are free for children 15 and under, available to book at www.tram.co.uk/wpy