IFA Countryside 2025 Photography Competition
We are thrilled to announce the return of our IFA Countryside Photography Competition – Nature Through the Lens 2025! Following the incredible success of last year’s competition, we once again invite photographers of all levels to showcase the breathtaking beauty of Ireland’s natural world.
A Fresh Perspective on Nature
Nature is ever-changing, offering endless inspiration. This year, we encourage participants to seek out the extraordinary in the everyday—whether it’s the delicate detail of a dewdrop on a wildflower, a dramatic sky rolling over the hills, or a fleeting moment of wildlife. From misty mornings to golden sunsets, Ireland’s countryside provides the perfect canvas for capturing nature’s magic.
We welcome all types of nature photography, from sweeping landscapes to intimate close-ups. Whether you use a professional camera or a smartphone, all you need is a keen eye and a passion for the outdoors!
Inspiration from Last Year’s Entries
Last year’s competition brought in an incredible variety of images—from the quiet beauty of Irish woodlands to the wild power of the Atlantic coast. We saw vibrant spring meadows, wildlife in motion, and breathtaking seasonal changes across the countryside.
Could your image be the winning shot in 2025?
We can’t wait to see what this year’s competition brings. Whether you’re an experienced photographer or simply enjoy capturing the beauty of nature, we encourage you to take part.
Get outside, explore, and share your vision of Nature Through the Lens 2025.
Happy photographing!
The winner of the competition will receive a cash prize of €500.
But that’s not all, your picture could be featured on our IFA Countryside Christmas Card, sharing your work with our widespread community.
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Prize and Deadline Details
There will be one overall winner who will receive a €500 cash prize.
Entries must not have won other national or international competitions.
The winner will be chosen by a judging panel whose decision will be final. Keep an eye on our social media platforms for our feature favourites.
We can only accept online entries which are uploaded to our official entry form.
You must submit your entries by 14th November 2025
Please read the full Terms and Conditions before entering the competition.
So dust of those camera skills and get snapping!
Entry Form
To submit your entry, please complete the following details
Terms & Conditions
All images must be taken in Ireland (including its Islands and Sea Territories) and submitted by midnight 14th November 2025.
The Judges’ decision is final and binding in all situations; no correspondence will be entered into.
By entering the competition and submitting your photo, you hereby grant IFA a license to use your photograph.
Entry to the Competition shall be deemed full acceptance of the terms & conditions.
Images of nesting birds will not be accepted. Be aware that under Section 23 (6)(b) of the Wildlife Act, 1976 (as amended), a person requires a license to take or make photographic, video or other pictures of a protected wild animal of a species specified in the license, on or near the breeding place of such an animal. You can read more about this here.
An animal’s welfare must come first. Entrants must not do anything to injure or distress an animal or damage its habitat in an attempt to secure an image.
All entries must include a valid email address.
File names should include the title of the image.
All images for entry must be submitted using the official entry form.
Images should be in Landscape format.
Images must be in JPEG format
Images should be 100% quality (JPEG)
By participating in this photo competition, you agree to allow IFA to contact you for marketing purposes, including but not limited to information about our products, services, promotions and other items of interest. You may receive communications via email, phone or other channels. If you do not wish to receive such communications, you may opt-out by following the instructions provided in the communication.