The Goldsmiths’ Craft & Design Council Awards Exhibition 2026

From emerging makers to highly accomplished artisans, the exhibition highlights exceptional craftsmanship and innovation in jewellery, silversmithing, and object d’art. Featuring exquisite works adorned with precious metals and gemstones, the exhibition celebrates both emerging and established designers, makers and craftspeople.

About the Awards:
Since 1908, the Goldsmiths’ Craft & Design Council (GC&DC) has championed excellence in the UK’s jewellery, silversmithing, smallwork and the allied craft industries. Often referred to as the “Jewellery Oscars”, its annual awards recognise and celebrate outstanding skill, creativity, and technical expertise.

Tonight is about the brightest stars, the most promising new talents, the most innovative designs that challenge us all to improve and evolve. This is what the Goldsmiths’ Craft and Design Council Awards is all about. / GC&DC Chair, John Ball

Supported by a distinguished and loyal group of Patrons and Sponsors, the GC&DC 2025/26 competition received over 800 entries of two- and three-dimensional works from across the UK. Each award-winning piece was rigorously judged by experts, assessing its quality, innovation, and craftsmanship.
If you would like to enter your work into the 2027 competition or find out more about GC&DC and the competition, visit here.