This is a reminder that the Beamish Trophy Competition, in association with Beamish Museum, is now in its 15th year. The competition is open to ALL NCPF members. Images entered into the competition MUST have been taken at Beamish Museum during the period of 1st September 2025 and 31st August 2026. Details of the how to enter the competition with dates will be issued later.
Each member can submit up to 2 PDI’s with a maximum PDI file size is 1600 pixels (horizontal) and 1200 pixels (vertical). The entries should be submitted by 11th October 2026.
Judging will take place by 4 November 2026 and the competition will be judged by an NCPF appointed judge.
The winning entry will be awarded the Beamish Trophy (to be held for one year). Certificates will be awarded for 2nd & 3rd place together with as many Highly Commended places as the judge considers relevant.
The Awards will be presented at the NCPF Presentation Event to be held at Clara Vale Village Hall, South View, Ryton 22nd November 2026.
I look forward to seeing your entries.
John Fare
Chairman NCPF Competitions sub committee
Northern Counties Photographic Federation 