Hexham Photographic Society had the pleasure of hosting this year’s South Tyne Print Competition on Tuesday, 18th November 2025, at the Torch Centre. The event drew a full house, with members and guests from across the region gathering to celebrate photographic excellence.
We were delighted to welcome Dave Phillips of the Hartlepool – Saltburn Photographic Society as our judge for the evening. With insight and clarity, Dave delivered thoughtful and constructive critiques, keeping the audience engaged throughout.
The standard of entries was exceptionally high with four images being awarded the full 30 points, and the final results — announced below in reverse order — reflected just how closely contested the top spots were:
| Position | Club Name |
Points |
| 6 | Gateshead | 250 |
| 5 | Whickham | 262 |
| 4 | Ryton | 267 |
| 3 | Winlaton | 269 |
| 2 | Hexham | 271 |
| 1 | South Shields | 272 |
Hexham Photographic Society entry and points awarded:
| Image Title | Photographer | Points |
| Last surf of the day | Jane Waite | 24 |
| Lizard on Flower | Val Johnston | 26 |
| Harbour in Fog | Stephen Smith | 25 |
| Leader of the pack | Graham Turner | 30 |
| Castles in the mist | Graham Turner | 25 |
| Female grouse stretching | Val Johnston | 27 |
| On the rocks Mary’s shell | Andy Laing | 30 |
| Black sheep of the family | Barbara Austin | 29 |
| Hanging on | Dave Strother | 27 |
| Small Blues Pairing | Val Johnston | 28 |
Gallery of Hexham Images
The two other 30s
First light Loch Creron by John Petty from South Shields
The overall Winner was Taking a break Taj Mahal by David Richardson from Ryton
The trophy for the overall winner, being presented by Hexham President Dave Strother
Many thanks go to our Judge Dave Phillips and congratulations go to everyone who took part!