Dave BestAt Hexham & District Photographic Society we provide a wide ranging syllabus to cater for the varied interests of our members, whatever their expertise or type of photography and photographic equipment they enjoy. Practical aspects of photography are addressed through technical talks, live demonstrations, the use of computer software packages, workshops and image assessment evenings.

We engage an interesting range of speakers, both from inside our Society and externally, to explore the infinite variety of photographic genres, styles and techniques. The advent of live streaming enables us to engage a wider range of speakers from further afield at a reasonable cost to present at our weekly meetings.

This programme is supplemented by a variety of print and PDI competitions throughout the season. This culminates in our annual Society Awards Night, where we invite a photographer of national or international reputation to deliver the keynote address and present the annual awards.

As we are always looking for ideas to keep the syllabus lively and interesting, member suggestions for future content are always invaluable and most welcome. - Dave Best Syllabus Secretary

Download the Current Syllabus as a printable PDF.

Upcoming Events

1st PDI Competition.

Tuesday 13 October 2026

The judging and results of the first PDI competition.

Brannigan Trophy Round 1 Part 2

Tuesday 27 October 2026

Dave Strother
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Rob Halliburton
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Lesley Parsons
Francis Jones
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Graham Oliver
Stephen Smith
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Ian Parsons
Neville Holmes
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Mike Ward
Bill Ferguson
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Graham Turner
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John Austin
Sue Lee
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Jane Waitt
 
Please can each competitor submit 3 PDIs to davidbest34@googlemail.com by Sunday 25th October.
Please be prepared to talk about each of your images for two to three minutes, detailing:
  • Why you took the image
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NCPF South Tyne Print Competition

Thursday 05 November 2026

This year's NCPF South Tyne Print Competition will be hosted by Gateshead Camera Club and judged by Allen Porritt.

 

NCPF Annuals Awards Presentation

Sunday 22 November 2026

Admission is FREE - Everyone is welcome.

Doors open at 1 pm - Presentation starts at 2 pm promptly.

Please come and support the award winners of all NCPF Competitions held throughout the year.

NCPF South Tyne PDI Competition

Friday 05 February 2027

This year's NCPF South Tyne PDI Competition will be hosted by Whickham Camera Club and judged by Chris Graeme 

 

NCPF Club Championships 28th February 2027

Sunday 28 February 2027

Location TBC - see NCPF