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Welcome to the Halstead & District Photographic Society

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Mono Print Of The Year 

2025/26

The Refuge Hut

by Laraine Green

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Top Dog Competition Winner

2025/26

Teamwork 

by Tracie Emerson

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PDI Of The Year

2025/26

Overcrowded  

by Jan Bond

Colour Print Of The Year

2025/26

Ignoring The Shard

by Gill Beckett

We are a small, friendly club that meets at 7.30pm on Thursdays every fortnight from September to April in the Methodist Church, New Street, Halstead. We also hold some informal 'Top Dog' competitions. We have competitions for prints and digital images, talks from experienced photographers, interclub meets, an annual Twin Towns International Photographic Competition, Club outings and practical workshops where we can get 'hands on' experience.

You don't have to be a good photographer to join. In fact, even if you're thinking about taking up photography then why not come along and meet us? Our members' skills range between beginners and those with photographic distinctions; the people with more advanced knowledge are always happy to help and give practical advice.

We hope you will enjoy this site and maybe come and meet us. You don't have to join to visit, attend a couple of meetings as a visitor if you wish. Full membership and visitors fees are listed on our Membership Information page here. The club prides itself on its friendly atmosphere and guarantees a warm welcome.

With thanks to Braintree District Council for their support.

 

2026/2027 Season

Unless otherwise stated, all meetings are held at The Methodist Church & School Room, New Street, Halstead CO9 1DB. Meetings start at 7.30pm & finish approx 10.00pm

3 September 2026

Opening meeting, display of club prints and social

Visitors welcome

17 September 2026

PROJECTED IMAGE COMPETITION - ROUND ONE

Judge: Peter Norris DPAGB AFIAP BPE3*

1 October 2026

LECTURE ‘ Winter Wildlife Photography’

by Julie Hutson ARPS DPAGB

Visitors welcome £5 fee applies

22 October 2026

TABLE TOP EVENING - Cyanotype Paper. Remember to bring cameras & tripods if you have one.

Visitors welcome £5 fee applies

29 October 2026 

COLOUR PRINT COMPETITION - ROUND ONE

Judge: Jim Bennett

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