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The World Press Photo Exhibition 2026 Returns to London this Summer.
The globally renowned World Press Photo Exhibition returns to London on Friday 21st August, engaging audiences at the new MPB Gallery a few minutes away from London Bridge Station on Bermondsey Street, SE1 3UD.
The exhibition is the world’s most prestigious showcase of photojournalism and documentary photography and is the widest-ranging annual photo exhibition worldwide. The World Press Photo Contest recognises and celebrates the best visual journalism produced over the past year, with the winning images forming a powerful global touring exhibition. In 2025, the exhibition reached over 4 million visitors across more than 80 cities.
DATES:
Friday 21st August – Wed 30th September 2026
OPENING HOURS:
Monday – Friday: 11:00am – 8:00pm (Off-Peak/Concession)
Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays: 10:00am – 6:00pm (Peak)
Prices (Including Booking Fee):
Adult Standard Ticket: £17.50
Adult Off Peak/Concession: £13.50
Child 12 - 16: £8.50 at all times
Child under 12: Free at all times
Ticket Info:
Unlimited capacity
Tickets are valid all day
Last entry is 45 minutes before closing
Directions:
Tube & National Rail Services: London Bridge Station (Northern & Jubilee Line)
6–8 minute walk (Tooley Street exit)
Car parks: APCOA Weston Street (2–3 minute walk) or NCP London Bridge (6–8 minute walk)
Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/NyVjMLa9WoC7ywGn6
About World Press Photo Foundation.
Mission: Connecting the world to the stories that matter.
Founded in 1955, World Press Photo is an independent, nonprofit organisation based in the Netherlands. Since then their annual contest has grown into one of the world’s most prestigious photo competitions, recognising the best in photojournalism and documentary photography from around the world. They celebrate their 70th anniversary this year.The annual and thematic exhibitions reach millions of people in over 80 locations around the world each year, and their online work reaches millions more.
About MPB.
MPB transforms the way that people buy, sell and trade in photo and video gear. The leading global platform for used photography and videography equipment, MPB is a destination for everyone, whether you’ve just discovered your passion for visual storytelling or you’re already a pro. Founded by Matt Barker in 2011, MPB has always been committed to making kit more accessible and affordable, helping to visualise a more sustainable future.