Celebrating exceptional travel writing
Celebrating the books and writers that transport us, illuminate places and deepen our curiosity about the world.
The Edward Stanford Travel Writing Awards bring together authors, publishers, judges and readers to recognise outstanding writing inspired by place and travel.
Edward Stanford Travel Writing Awards at Stanfords
Current awards cycle
Submissions for the 2027 awards open on 15 September 2026 and close on 7 November 2026.
Find entry information, eligibility, award categories, important dates and details of how to submit a title for the 2027 awards.
Submission detailsDiscover the titles selected by the judging panels for the 2027 Edward Stanford Travel Writing Awards.
2027 shortlistsMeet the winning books and authors from the 2027 Edward Stanford Travel Writing Awards.
2027 winners2027 award categories
The 2027 Edward Stanford Travel Writing Awards include three book categories covering travel writing, fiction and children's publishing.
Running alongside the ESTWAs
The Bradt award for new travel writers runs alongside the Edward Stanford Travel Writing Awards. Submissions opened on 17 August 2026 and close on 7 November 2026.
The Awards
The Edward Stanford Travel Writing Awards celebrate exceptional books and writing that help readers discover places, people and journeys around the world.
Authors, publishers, judges and members of the travel-writing community come together at Stanfords Covent Garden for the awards announcements and celebrations.
Visit StanfordsPrevious Awards
Each year's award pages remain available as a permanent record of the books, authors and winners recognised by the Edward Stanford Travel Writing Awards.
Previous Awards
Explore the winning books and authors from the 2026 Edward Stanford Travel Writing Awards.
View the 2026 winners