Council logo competition
Published: 26 May 2026
Drayton Bassett Parish Council is launching a community-wide competition inviting local school children to design a new logo (crest) for the parish council. This is an exciting opportunity for young people to help shape the visual identity of Drayton Bassett while learning about its rich history, heritage, and community values.
The winning design will be used as the base for the official logo of Drayton Bassett Parish Council and used on publications, signage, and digital platforms.
The competition aims to:
• Create a distinctive and meaningful visual identity for Drayton Bassett Parish Council
• Encourage creativity and artistic expression among local young people
• Promote awareness and appreciation of the parish’s history, landmarks, and environment
• Foster a sense of community pride and belonging
The competition is open to children attending local primary schools within or near Drayton Bassett, or children living in the parish of school age (primary and secondary school).
Participants are invited to create a logo that represents Drayton Bassett. Designs should reflect the parish’s identity and may draw inspiration from:
Local History & Heritage
• The parish’s longstanding rural history
• Historic buildings and landmarks (e.g. St Peter’s Church)
• Agricultural traditions and countryside heritage
• The “Bassett” family connection reflected in the village name
Environment & Landscape
• Local fields, farmland, and natural surroundings
• Canals, waterways, or nearby features
• Wildlife and nature found in the area
Community & Culture
• Village life and sense of community
• Local events or traditions
• The parish’s character as a close-knit rural community
Entries will be judged based on:
• Creativity and originality
• Relevance to Drayton Bassett’s identity and history
• Visual impact and clarity
• Suitability for use as an official logo
Designs should be original and created by the entrant and artwork may be hand-drawn or digitally produced.
Designs must be suitable for reproduction in colour and black & white, as well as be simple, clear, and easily recognisable at different sizes
Designs must not include copyrighted images, logos, or trademarks, and designs don’t need to be perfect as the winning design will go to a graphic designer to be recreated in high resolution.
Each entry should include:
• The completed logo design
• The entrant’s name, age, and school
• A short description (no more than 50 words) explaining the design and its inspiration
Submission formats:
• Paper entries (A4 size recommended)
• Digital entries (JPEG or PNG format)
Entries can be submitted via schools or directly to the Parish Council by the stated deadline.
The competition starts on 1st June 2026 and the submission deadline is 31st July 2026. The winner will be announced in September 2026.
Prize & Recognition
• The winning entrant will receive a certificate and a £300 donation to their school PTA.
• The winning design will become the official Parish Council logo (with any adjustments as required for reproduction)
• Runners-up may also receive certificates or commendations
• Selected entries may be displayed in the village
Terms & Conditions
• By entering, participants agree that their design may be used, adapted, and reproduced by Drayton Bassett Parish Council
• The Parish Council reserves the right to make minor modifications to the winning design for professional use
• Entries must be submitted before the deadline to be considered
• The judges’ decision is final
A parent/teacher guide to help pupils in the competition is available. For further details or queries, please use the contact details below.