The Beamish Trophy is a competition held every year in association with Beamish Museum. Ongoing since 2001, the competition is open to all Northern Counties Photographic Federation members. Images must have been taken at Beamish Museum during the previous 12 months.

Each member can submit up to 2 PDI’s with a maximum PDI file size of 1600 pixels (horizontal) and 1200 pixels (vertical) and the images are judged by an NCPF appointed judge.

The winning entry is awarded the Beamish Trophy which is held for one year. Certificates are also awarded for 2^nd & 3^rd place together with as many Highly Commended places as the judge considers relevant. The Awards are then presented by the NCPF President.