The Curriers’ Prize
The Curriers’ Prize supports postgraduate students and early career scholars through an essay award recognising original research that deepens understanding of London life, past and present.
Funder: Institute of Historical Research
Due Dates: October 15, 2026 (Applications open) | March 31, 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: £1,000 for the winning essay
Summary: An essay prize recognising original research on London life, past and present, by postgraduate students and early career scholars.
Key Information: Early career applicants must have been successfully examined for their PhD within the previous three years.
Description
The Curriers’ Prize is administered by the Institute of Historical Research and funded by the Worshipful Company of Curriers, in association with The London Journal Trust. It recognises essays on any aspect of London life, past and present, spanning the city’s history from Roman times to the present day. The winning author receives a cash prize, and the essay will normally be published in The London Journal.
The prize encourages a broad range of original research and welcomes any relevant approach or disciplinary perspective. Essays may examine London alone or compare it with other cities, and topics are not confined to the City of London. Research may also explore changing perceptions of London in imaginative literature. Entries must fall within The London Journal’s scope and be suitable for publication in an academic journal.
