Green message for poster competition
Budding artists could have their work shown in a public exhibition this winter by taking part in the Our Planet, Our District Poster Challenge.
Organised by North Kesteven District Council the competition’s theme is for designs to inspire others with ideas that will boost the environment.
Winning poster designs will be used by the council to promote environmental action and encourage everyone to make a difference.
Poster designs can be on the themes of reduce, reuse, recycle; reducing food waste or food waste recycling; protecting nature and biodiversity; greener transport e.g. walking, cycling, car-sharing, public transport; reducing plastics and litter; or supporting renewable energy like solar panels on rooftops.
The challenge is open to young people aged five to 18 who live in North Kesteven with a first prize of a £25 voucher and £10 voucher runners-up prizes on offer in each of the seven age groups. All winning designs will be displayed in an exhibition at Whisby Natural World Centre near Lincoln over winter 2025/26.
Council Leader Cllr Richard Wright said: “Young people hold the key to the future, not just of our district, but of the planet’s health. We need to listen to our young people and allow them to inspire us, and that’s exactly what this challenge is about.
“There’s a huge amount of artistic talent in our area and children and teenagers are where that begins. We aim to nurture creativity and empower the next generation to make a difference to the world’s biggest issues.
“I can’t wait to see what exciting ideas our young artists and designers come up with, and to see the designs on display around the area. They could even be seen on the sides of our refuse collection lorries!”
Entries must be hand-drawn or painted and made on the official entry form, which is available online. Hard copies of the entry form are now available from reception at North Kesteven District Council, Cogglesford Mill, Navigation House, The Hub, Whisby Nature Reserve, Cranwell Aviation Centre, Mrs Smiths Cottage and Sleaford Library.
Entry forms can be downloaded and more information about the competition found at www.n-kesteven.gov.uk/ourplanetposterchallenge
Entries must be received by Friday, October 17.