The winners of a competition which saw individuals to connect with nature, hone their photography skills, and contribute to a significant environmental cause have been announced.
Knutsford Town Council launched the photography competition as part of its Knutsford Bee Trail, to encourage residents to take a look at pollinators in action. The winners were announced and prizes awarded at Picnic in the Park on Sunday 14th September.
The winners were:
Adult: Camera Category
1st Rebecca Ashworth
2nd Rebecca Ashworth
3rd Roger Hume
Adult: Phone Category
1st Helen Brownlie
2nd Simon Cronan
3rd Roger Hume
Under 17s
1st Michael Taberner
Karl Creaser of Knutsford Photographic Society said “Knutsford Photographic Society was delighted to support and judge the town council’s photo competition as part of the launch of its award winning bee trail.”
The overall standard of entries was high and it was particularly pleasing to see entrants attempt to capture images of pollinators flying into a flower – and getting both in focus! Very many congratulations to all those who were placed in the top three and especially to the winners of the three categories.” Karl added
Knutsford Town Council has been leading a year of activity focused on supporting pollinator insects through its Nature Action Plan. Central to this was the launch of the Knutsford Bee Trail in May, a 3.5m figure-of-eight walk around pollinator friendly spaces in Knutsford which saw the council receive a Bees Needs’ Award from Defra earlier this summer.
The Knutsford Photographic Society is a friendly, enthusiastic group of photographers who aim to have fun while not always taking themselves too seriously. They hold regular meetings and a number of club competitions throughout the year.