Through these Awards, the NBN Trust: National Biodiversity Network Trust, recognises significant achievements and celebrates successes in wildlife recording in the UK.
There are seven categories of awards:
- NBN Group Award
- NBN Lifetime Achievement Award
- NBN Award for Marine Wildlife Recording
- NBN Newcomer Award
- NBN Award for Terrestrial Wildlife Recording
- NBN Verifier’s Award
- NBN Young Person’s Award (open to individuals aged 11-20)
Nominating someone for an NBN Award couldn’t be simpler – just answer three or four simple questions online or on their downloadable nomination forms, which are all available here.
Individuals and groups can also nominate themselves!
Nominations close on Monday 18 May 2026, and the NBN Award winners will be announced at the NBN Conference in November.