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

Competition Results – 2nd Print

Tuesday 06 January 2026

The second print competition, will be judged by Stephen Fowler of Ryton & District Camera Club. 

African Safari - Graham Turner

Tuesday 13 January 2026

Society member Graham Turner will be showing & discussing with us the highs, lows, and challenges experienced during a recent African Safari. 

Brannigan Trophy - Quarter Finals

Tuesday 20 January 2026

Tonight is the quarter final of our friendly knockout contest, the Brannigan Trophy.

Churches in the Landscape - Dave Best

Tuesday 27 January 2026

Dave Best will be talking to us about a photography project he has been doing on photographing "Churches in the Landscape".

South Tyne PDI Competition

Tuesday 03 February 2026

The South Tyne area PDI competition will be hosted by South Shields photographic society.

 

St Bede’s Roman Catholic Church,  Westoe Road South Shields. NE33 4LZ.

3rd PDI Competition Results – Judged by Alan Porritt

Tuesday 03 February 2026

The 3rd PDI Competition will be judged by Alan Porritt of Whitley Bay Photographic Society.

Costa Rica – Wildlife and Landscape - Duncan Burridge

Tuesday 10 February 2026

Society member Duncan Burridge will be taking us on a virtual journey to experience Costa Rica's Wildlife and Landscapes via the magic of Photography.

A.V. Group Evening Members

Tuesday 17 February 2026

The Societies Audio Visual Group will be entertaining us with a selection of AVs produced by members. 

NCPF Club Championships

Sunday 22 February 2026

The NCPF will be hosting the Club Championships at Clara Vale Village Hall.

 

 

Brannigan Trophy Semi Finals

Tuesday 24 February 2026

Tonight is the semi final of our friendly knockout contest, the Brannigan Trophy.

50 Years a Member - Rosi Bowyer

Tuesday 10 March 2026

Awards Night

Tuesday 24 March 2026

Brannigan Trophy Final and AGM

Tuesday 31 March 2026

Tonight is the much anticipated final of our friendly knockout contest, the Brannigan Trophy.

In addition, we have the Annual General Meeting.