Royal Mail Unveils Stunning Pandemic-Themed Stamp Designs by UK Kids
The Royal Mail called on young artists across the UK to capture the spirit of the pandemic in their drawings. The response was colossal – a world record-breaking 606,049 entries flooded in.
Everyday Heroes Shine in Creative Stamps
The artwork highlights frontline heroes from bus and delivery drivers to NHS staff, vaccine scientists, and food bank volunteers. These heartfelt illustrations tell stories of sacrifice and community spirit during the toughest times.
Prince Charles and The Queen Give Royal Seal of Approval
The competition launched last spring saw retired teachers pick 120 regional finalists. Then a star-studded panel including the Prime Minister and Baroness Floella Benjamin whittled these down to 24 regional winners.
Prince Charles personally selected the final eight winning designs. The Queen herself approved the stamps, which were celebrated at a glittering royal reception.
Meet the Talented Winners Behind the Pandemic Stamps
- Logan Pearson, 11 (Greater Manchester) – Showcased the science behind Covid tests and vaccines.
- Isabella Grover, 7 (Welwyn Garden City) – Drew a food delivery driver who kept helping others despite personal loss.
- Shachow Ali, 11 (Flint, Wales) – Featured Captain Sir Tom Moore and his NHS charity fundraising.
- Ishan Bains, 7 (Nuneaton) – Illustrated paramedics who cared for his late grandmother time and again.
- Alfie Craddock, 12 (Hereford) – Inspired by world issues and NHS workers, including his mother.
- Jessica Roberts, 14 (Flint, Wales) – Honoured the key workers who kept Britain running.
- Raphael Valle Martin, 14 (Kent) – Celebrated NHS cleaners and essential support roles.
- Connie Stuart, 14 (Norfolk) – Inspired by the heroic NHS efforts during the pandemic.
Simon Thompson, Royal Mail Chief Executive, said: “As we approach the second anniversary of the first lockdown, it’s fitting that the nation’s children have taken the lead in celebrating the heroes of the pandemic. They have captured the resilience and determination of the British people in eight drawings.”
