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for a better tutor. You immediately put me at ease, advised me on settings and chose some great locations. There was so much for me to take away from the day." They are creatures of habit, and knowing where they’ll be at any given time will increase your odds of success. As with stalking, be aware of the wind direction as hares have a keen sense of smell and hearing, so you’ll need to approach or be positioned with the wind in your face. As with most wildlife, a telephoto lens is pretty much essential for close-up portraits and action shots. I would recommend 300mm (full frame) or equivalent if using a cropped sensor as a minimum focal length. Caves: The caves are not just historically significant; they also make for intriguing subjects, especially when explored in low light conditions.
The Yorkshire Dales has some of the most photogenic waterfalls in the UK, ranging from the modest but elegant Scaleber Force to the lofty heights of Hawdraw Force. It’s well worth visiting the area for these alone, but it also has plenty of other amazing photography locations to explore, such as impressive viaducts, heather-clad moorlands and picturesque valleys with lonely barns and intricate field patterns. Yorkshire’s east coast is a haven for birds, with resident populations that are boosted by seasonal migrations and good opportunities for photography throughout the year. 1. Bempton Cliffs Flamborough Head – A Treasure Trove for Yorkshire Landscape Photography: Caves, Cliffs, and History Alternatively, those who would prefer to photograph nature will want to pay a visit to the Yorkshire Dales. This part of England is just stunning and offers views for days. Photographers will be in their element with animals, florals and scenic locations to capture! Knaresborough
Below I will detail a few of my favourites, the main species, and the seasonal highlights. 7. Staveley Nature Reserve The shoreline here is a great place to spot wading birds such as oystercatcher, turnstone, redshank, dunlin, and the charismatic and speedy little sanderling.
Whenever out in the countryside in the UK, you can be secure in the knowledge that it's a generally safe place to be as long as you take the usual precautions regarding fields with cattle in them. The majority of the Dales consists of moorland and sheep though, so few problems should be encountered regarding farm animals. Even at night, as long as you bring a head torch you should be fine, just be careful of hidden holes in the ground especially in the limestone regions of the west and south. Because of Whitby’s situation (looking north west up the coast), the sun actually rises and sets out to sea in June and July, making this an ideal time for a visit. However, some locations can be busy so, if possible, time your visit to avoid the crowds. Try keeping your camera completely level, and walking down the steps until you have the right balance of foreground/sky. This will ensure that those verticals are all dead straight. From experience, you’ll also find that you can include one of the old, antiquated lamps in the left of your composition, and all the elements complement each other nicely. Personally speaking, it’s an invaluable source of inspiration; a labour of love covering thousands of miles and many years.The Strid was formed through erosional processes where the limestone and softer shale were worn away by the force of the River Wharf over thousands of years. The river narrows dramatically, increasing the speed of the water and creating a deep channel. The Strid is a geological marvel but also a perilous one, so exercise extreme caution when photographing it. Photographic Opportunities: A Smorgasbord of Subjects Yorkshire has some brilliant nature reserves which can be great places to watch and photograph wildlife. These havens are often managed for both people and nature with good pathways, purpose-built hides, and other facilities to improve the experience. Best View: Many argue that the lower falls offer the best view, accessible via a less-known path. It’s a spot that provides a panoramic view of the falls, ideal for wide-angle shots.
Equipment-wise, I would recommend you travel light as there is a decent walk to the viewpoints – a telephoto zoom lens would be perfect. This week, I took a few days out to spend some time walking in the Yorkshire Dales. I say I took some time out, but I always like to take a camera with me for some photography. You never know what great landscapes you will find as was the case with my first day near to the town of Settle. In midsummer, the viewpoints looking up the coast will work well at both ends of the day. In winter the sun rises behind the lighthouse, so this can be a good time to capture views from up on the coastal path above the cliffs. Malham Cove is a huge natural cliff which was once a spectacular waterfall. It is a great place to see and photograph peregrine falcons, which have nested there since 1993.As well as the woodland, you can also scramble up onto one of the crags not far from the mill. This gives you an elevated view over the valley and woodland below. Autumn is an obvious time to visit as the colour here can be spectacular!
Located above Hebden Bridge and near Heptonstall, Hardcastle Crags offers a serene woodland setting that’s a dream for Yorkshire landscape photography. With its burbling stream, historic Gibson Mill, and the ever-changing play of light and shadow, this location is a photographer’s paradise. History: The Tale of Gibson Mill It is best to get down low here, so you are level with your subject, and there are ample opportunities to get creative by shooting through the surrounding vegetation, generating interesting foreground. 8. Askham Bog Studley Royal deer park is set within the grounds of Fountains Abbey and is home to over 500 red, fallow, and sika deer. Located just 25 minutes away from Whitby by bus, Robin Hood’s Bay is a photographers dream. With picture-perfect spots around each corner, you won’t be able to put down your camera! Due to this, the unique village is a must-see on any trip to Yorkshire. Robin Hood’s Bay, Yorkshire One of the most photogenic villages in the UK! The Yorkshire DalesHome to the famous abbey, Whitby is one of the best spots for photography in Yorkshire. Despite being a very walkable town, there are a lot of things to do in Whitby. Most of these things (such as the 199 steps) are also super cool photo spots. The varied topography supports an abundance of fauna, from tiny insects to large mammals, but it is the birdlife that provides the biggest draw to wildlife photographers. The gear we recommend is a good camera and the holy trinity . A wide-angle lens. 14-24mm or something similar. A 24-70mm or something similar and, of course, a 70-200mm or something similar.