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Winners announced for Cambridge Botanic Lights Photography Competition

Before Spring officially sets in, we’re excited to share the winning entries of our 2025 Cambridge Botanic Lights Photography Competition

27 February 2026

With hundreds of entries of a very high standard, it was a very tough decision for the judges to make.

Congratulations to the winners – Elena in our 16 and under category and Francesca in our 16+ category – and the finalists, all of which you can see below.

We really enjoyed looking through all your lovely photos and are already looking forward to this year’s competition.

16 and Under Winner

A water fountain at night, lit up with multicoloured lights in front of an greenhouse illuminated in purple.
The Rainbow Fountain by Elena Click for information

16 and Under Finalists

Large DNA structures with multicoloured lights at the ends of each strand.
My Rainbow DNA by Elena Click for information
Grass illuminated by a blue light at night.
Forgotten Blades by Leandro Click for information

Over 16 Winner

Illuminated sculpture of a person rowing a boat with a dog figure at the front, floating on a pond at night, surrounded by blue and teal lights reflected in the water.
Hitchhiking Moorhens by Francesca Click for information

Over 16 Finalists

The outline of a lime leaf is projected onto a path by green light, with lit up trees and shrubs in the background.
Leaf by Chryssie Click for information
Glowing green and blue lily pads floating in dark water, surrounded by swirling light trails that create a circular, ethereal effect.
Beyond the Looking Glass by Juliette Click for information
A child walks on leaves projected onto a path by green lights.
Green Leafy Path by Francesca Click for information
Close up of golden lights in the shape of wheat storks.
Cornfield Lights by Tom Click for information
A disco ball sits on a small boat in the middle of a lake, with purple strobe lights and purple lights illuminated trees, shrubs and rocks.
Violet Orb by Anna Click for information

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