Photoshoots 2024
Most photoshoots are weather dependent and subject to change. Any change will be notified via email.
Photoshoots are arranged voluntarily for the benefit of members of SBACC. These events are arranged outside of Sherborne Bradford Abbas Camera Club programme. There is no expectation that members will attend all or any of the events, although attendance may benefit all involved. They are free and completely unstructured. Meeting times are fluid and only a suggestion for those who want to meet up with others.
What each member does during the day is entirely up to them
Should any member wish to bring along a partner or friend they will be very welcome.
As far as possible venues have been selected to allow access to refreshments and toilet facilities, although everyone should familiarise themselves with the areas to ensure these facilities meet their own individual requirements.
There is an opportunity to offer some limited coaching on request for any member who believes they would benefit from buddying with a more experienced photographer.
| Date | Location of Photoshoot |
|---|---|
| Friday 16th February |
Shaftesbury Shaftesbury has a wealth of photo opportunities to experience.To coincide with Shaftesbury's Annual Snowdrop display we will meet at 1030am at Coffee #1 in the High Street. Lead Steve Davenport |
| Saturday 16th March |
RSPB Radipole, Weymouth With Spring on the horizon a lot of our birdlife will be active now and preparing for their mating season. RSPB Radipole is a wetland area with a wide range of birdlife to be seen. Grab your long lenses, or even your macro lenses and join us for a day enjoying our nature. Meet at RSPB Radipole visitor centre at 10.30am located at the Swannery Car Park. (The car park is pay and display) Cafe and Loos on site. Lead Elizabeth Jubb |
| Friday 26th April |
Thornecombe Woods / Hardy's Cottage These woods are renowned for their bluebells and other spring flowers at this time of year. Spreading across many hectares there are a wide range of opportunities for woodland, landscape, wildlife and macro photographers. We will be meeting at the car park, (which is pay and display) at 10 am where we can spread out to make the most of the spring woodland flowers. (All should wear appropriate footwear as some paths may be uneven) Lead Steve Davenport |
| Wednesday 8th May |
Haddon Copse Farm Visit Evening Farm visit starting at 6pm to Angel Cottage Organics, Haddon Copse Farm (between Hazelbury Bryan & Sturminster Newton). Directions etc will follow nearer the time. We will be given an introductory talk about the farm followed by a short guided tour then we can go off to photograph to our hearts content. On the farm there is a heritage apple orchard which should be in full bloom, natural hedgerows full of wild flowers. A couple of log wild honey bee hives. Pond and a lake. Chickens, Dorset Down sheep with lambs, Oxford Sandy & Black pigs with lovely muddy wallows!!, Ruby Red Devon cattle. Beautiful views towards the rolling hills surrounding Bullbarrow. Birds and insects galore!! A very special farm, not to be missed! Numbers are limited so attendance will be subject to confirmation. Email will be sent closer to the date. Lead Pam Watts |
| Tuesday 11th June |
Cerne Abbas With Cerne Abbas preparing for its open gardens this visit will allow us to see the village at its most floral best. Being a fine example of Dorset Village life this photoshoot will enable us to explore all aspects of the village, from the wishing well to the Cerne Giant. Lead Steve Davenport |
| Wednesday 17th July |
Dawe's Twineworks - West Coker Dawe's is Britains only surviving Victorian twineworks with its original working machinery. Once a state of total collapse, the twineworks has been restored by local volunteers. There are photo opportunities for people, machinery, historic artifacts as well as some historic input. A donation of £5 per member would be appropriate. For more information visit West Coker Village website Meeting time 10am. Numbers are limited so attendance will be subject to confirmation. Email will be sent closer to the date. Lead Mark Taylor |
| Sunday 25th August |
Portland Bill - Cowes to Torquay Powerboat Race - CANCELLED This annual event is always worth a visit. With the powerboats racing close to and across the Bill before heading off towards Torquay we will have an opportunity to capture some action shots. As the race starts in Cowes at 9 am it is best to meet at the Bill as arrival may vary anywhere from 9 to 9.30am. Park in the Pay and Display Car Park. Lead Steve Davenport |
| Sunday 15th September |
Wiscombe Park Racing - Motor Hillclimb This is a scenic rural venue, with an interesting track, giving opportunities for action photos of motorcycle racing, people working in the paddock, spectators, moving motorcycles (and sidecar outfits) Meeting places, times and ticket prices to follow. Visit Wiscombe Park Lead Mark Taylor |
| Monday 14th October |
Weymouth Harbour and Esplanade This location gives wonderful opportunities at night for waterfront reflections. Whether it be around the harbour or along the Esplanade colour will be the theme for sure.This is an opportunity for us to practice our night photography skills in a relatively easy location. Meet in Pavilion Car Park at 7pm. (Toilet facilities will be limited to local pubs) Lead Steve Davenport |
| Wednesday 6th November |
Fleet Air Arm Museum A very limited number of places have been secured for a photoshoot at the Fleet Air Arm Museum (FAAM) at Yeovilton. There are loos and café and free parking is available. Start at 10.30am and members can remain all day if they wish. It is hoped that the cockpits of both Concorde and Spitfire will be opened for participants to photograph and sit in (although remember they were designed for very thin people!!!!!!!!!!!). Tripods may be used. This is an opportunity to photograph iconic planes and early flying machines as well as artefacts relating to the history of the Royal Navy. Lead Elizabeth Jubb |
| Monday 2nd December |
Sherborne Being very local to us all, Sherborne offers a wealth of photographic opportunities at night in both mono and colour. With the Christmas lights being illuminated this will bring an added dimension. Meet up at the front of the Abbey at 7 pm. Lead Paul Meyer |
Photoshoots 2025
| Date | Location of Photoshoot |
|---|---|
| Saturday 25th January |
RSPB Ham Wall – Winter Birds Members are invited to attend RSPB Ham Wall for an afternoon wildlife shoot. At this time of year there is a strong possibility of witnessing a large murmuration as the starling’s settle into the reed beds for the night. The reserve will also be hosting a lot of wintering birds and with the reeds being cut back they will be easily observed from the paths that run through the reserve. Meet at 2pm in the Car Park. Ham Wall website |
| Friday 14th February |
Dorchester Members are invited to attend a walk around Dorchester. Being the county town of Dorset there are many historic buildings to enjoy and to photograph. Those wishing to walk further afield could also venture around the River Frome, through the Borough Gardens, or even around Maumbury Rings. Dorchester has numerous coffee shops to stop and enjoy should the weather be cold or wet. Meet at 1030 pm outside or inside Costa Coffee shop, South Street. |
| Tuesday 18th March |
Stourhead – Daffodils This venue is best known for its Autumn colours and the Azaleas that show in May, but at this time of year the gardens are well worth a visit to enjoy the daffodils that are showing around the grounds. Being a National Trust venue there will be a entry charge for anyone who is not a member of the NT. We will be meeting at 10:30am in the coffee shop which is just before the main entrance. |
| Saturday 12th April |
Swanage / Kimmeridge Swanage is an excellent location to explore and practice your photography. Depending on the weather, there may be opportunities to attempt some long exposures on the old pier, or just to grab a few images by walking along the promenade and around the gardens. We will meet around the train station at 11am. From here you will be free to go and do what you want. There are many cafes and restaurants to enjoy in the town centre. For those wishing to extend the day it may be worth moving on to Kimmeridge mid-afternoon to enjoy the sunset. |
| Friday 16th May |
Montecute Village and Ladies Walk Details to follow. |
| June – Date to be confirmed |
Mats Wildlife Adventure A visit to Mat Phillips' small holding to capture images of spring flowers and mini beasts. Further details will be published nearer the date. |
| July / August | Summer Break |