Royal mail competition

You're referring to the Royal Mail's annual competition!

The Royal Mail's competition is a popular event that takes place every year, where they invite the public to submit their designs for a new stamp. The competition is open to anyone aged 11 or over, and the theme changes each year.

Here are some details about the competition:

How to enter:

  1. Check the Royal Mail's website for the current year's theme and rules.
  2. Design your stamp using any medium you like (e.g., paint, pencils, digital art).
  3. Submit your design online or by post, along with a brief description of your design.
  4. The competition is open to individuals, not teams.

Judging criteria:

  1. Originality and creativity
  2. Relevance to the theme
  3. Visual appeal
  4. Technical quality

Prizes:

  1. The winning design will be printed on a special edition stamp.
  2. The winner will receive a cash prize of £10,000.
  3. The winning design will also be featured on the Royal Mail's website and social media channels.

Past winners:

Some notable winners of the Royal Mail's competition include:

  1. In 2019, the winner was a 12-year-old boy from Scotland who designed a stamp featuring a Scottish wildcat.
  2. In 2018, the winner was a 14-year-old girl from England who designed a stamp featuring a bee.
  3. In 2017, the winner was a 10-year-old boy from Wales who designed a stamp featuring a red kite.

Tips for entering:

  1. Read the rules carefully and make sure you understand the theme and requirements.
  2. Be creative and think outside the box!
  3. Use high-quality images and make sure your design is clear and easy to see.
  4. Practice makes perfect, so don't be afraid to experiment and try different designs before submitting your final entry.

Good luck if you decide to enter the competition