A photographic competition organised by the annual Tree Festival is under way, organised by the Sussex branch of the countryside charity CPRE.
The winner last year was of a hawthorn by a dew pond at Ditchling Beacon, with shots of trees in Preston Park, Brighton, among the entires.
The organisers said: “CPRE Sussex is proud to launch their Tree Festival’s photographic competition for its third year
“The Tree Festival Photographic Competition – ‘I Love This Tree Because …’ – invites people across Sussex to celebrate the trees they love through photography.
“The competition is part of CPRE Sussex’s annual Tree Festival which highlights the importance, beauty and diversity of trees across Sussex.
“Organisers are looking for photographs that capture a meaningful moment with a tree – something that inspires, informs or simply makes people smile.
“Entries could show a dramatic landscape tree, a hidden woodland gem, a favourite climbing tree from childhood or the tree that brightens your daily walk.
“Whether you are an experienced photographer or simply enjoy taking pictures on your phone, everyone is welcome to take part.
“Alongside a photograph, entrants are invited to complete the sentence ‘I love this tree because …’ and share why the tree is special to them.
“The competition celebrates the role trees play in our lives and landscapes while encouraging people to look more closely at the natural world around them.
“Sussex is home to an extraordinary variety of trees – from ancient woodland giants to urban street trees – and this competition is a chance to showcase them.”
Trustee and Tree Festival lead Penny Hudd said: “We are thrilled to be running the photo competition again and love to see the beautiful images of Sussex trees that people send.
“So please do grab your camera, head outside and share the tree that makes you stop and look twice.
“Submit a photograph of your favourite tree or trees in Sussex and tell us why you love it.”
The deadline for submissions deadline is 11.59pm on Thursday 28 May 2026
For more information and entry forms, click here.
