The Alan Peters Furniture Award 2026
Celebrating the legacy of one of the greatest furniture designer makers of the late 20th Century - Alan Peters OBE.
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This online award is open to any resident citizen of the British Isles over 18 who has a flair and passion for woodworking and design. In 2026, due to current economic circumstances,the prize structure has changed; there will be one award Winner who is presented with a trophy* and Highly Commended and Commended runners up will receive certificates.
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Closing date for the 2026 award is now extended after 31 July. Don't delay your chance to join previous winners.
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*The winner's trophy has been made by award organizer Jeremy Broun using historic timbers and styled on an Alan Peters' bookend from 1962.​​​​
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Extended entry
deadline - 31 Oct
Don't delay!
Jeremy Broun Andrew Lawton
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Guest judge: Katie Walker
Entry guidelines for the online award.
The 2022 award with exhibition held at Axminster Tools Nuneaton Cenre.
The 2021 award was online with
virtual exhibitions
The award was previously called The Alan Peters Award For Excellence and the prize was to exhibit at the Cheltenham Celebration of Craftsmanship and Design
exhibitions alongside leaders in the field
Award applicants should familiarise themselves with the furniture of Alan Peters by reading the 64 page video integrated ebook by Jeremy Broun. It includes tributes from leading British makers. Use this coupon for UK potential applicants only: APAWARDEBOOK.
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Jeremy Broun thanks previous prize sponsors and patrons for their support
