Discover Your Passion at Yateley Camera Club
https://yateleycameraclub.co.uk/
Whether you’re just starting out or have years behind the lens,
Yateley Camera Club is a friendly and relaxed community for
anyone with a love of photography. All ages and experience
levels are welcome—what matters most is your enthusiasm.
Interested in joining us? Get in touch with our Membership
Secretary at membership@yateleycameraclub.co.uk to find out
more.
A Little History
Founded in 1974, the club grew from a group of keen photographers
attending portraiture evening classes run by Hampshire County
Council. That shared passion continues to bring people together
today.
When & Where We Meet
We meet every Wednesday evening, 7:45–10:00pm, from
September through May at:
The Tythings, Reading Road, Yateley, GU46 7RP
During the summer months (June–August), we switch things up with a
flexible programme of outings and events.
What You’ll Get from Membership
Joining Yateley Camera Club means becoming part of a supportive
and inspiring community:
● Meet like-minded photographers and make new friends
● Share ideas, techniques, and creative inspiration
● Learn from both beginners and experienced members
● Enjoy a varied programme including:
● Guest speakers
● Competitions
● Practical, hands-on sessions
Stay up to date with our events:
https://yateleycameraclub.co.uk/programme
Summer Programme (June–August)
Our summer schedule is all about getting out and shooting:
● Local evening walks and photo outings
● Trips to exciting locations like London, Windsor, and Oxford
● Special experiences such as:
● Street photography sessions
● Birds of prey photography
● Steam trains at Ropley
● Gliders at Lasham Airfield
Many events are open to non-members too—perfect for trying us out.
We’re always open to fresh ideas for new locations!
Focus Meetings (Online)
Held on the second Tuesday of each month via Zoom, these
relaxed sessions are a great way to:
● Share your photos in a supportive environment
● Receive constructive feedback
● Learn what judges look for
● Explore different themes and techniques
Hands-On Learning
Throughout the year, we run practical evenings covering:
● Camera skills and techniques
● Post-processing tips
● Macro photography
● Mounting and framing your work
Special Interest Groups
Dive deeper into the styles you love:
● Street photography
● Sports
● Creative photography
● Landscape
● Night photography
Showcase Your Work
Annual Exhibition
The highlight of the year—share your best images with around 700
visitors.
Community Events
We regularly exhibit at Yateley’s May Fair and Christmas Market,
where we also give back by offering free family portraits in our pop-up
studio.
Sell Your Photography
Members can display and sell prints locally, including at Café 46 and
Fleet Library.
Competitions & Recognition
We actively participate in regional competitions through:
● Southern Counties Photographic Society (SCPF)
● Surrey Photographic Association (SPA)
A great way to challenge yourself and gain recognition.
Guest Speaker Programme 2026–2027
Enjoy inspiring talks from talented photographers:
● 9th Sept - Flo McEwan
Photographic Odyssey / WW2 sea forts Abandoned buildings
and sea forts plus how an amateur photographer can make their
images noticed by a wider audience.
● 28th Oct - Barry Webb
The Unseen World Of Slime Mould
● 25th Nov - Jon Hawkins
Wildlife
● 13th Jan - Fred Barrington
An Opportunistic Snapper
● 17th Feb - Ken Scott (zoom)
Mountain, Landscape & Light
● 24th March - Simon Street
Monochrome
● 14th April - Brian’s Journey III
● 5th May - Matt Emmett
Night/Nature
Come Along!
Visitors are always welcome—why not come and see what we’re all
about?
membership@yateleycameraclub.co.uk