First Night of the New Season
23rd August 2025
1st September sees the start of the 2025/2026 season for Retford and District Photographic Society.
The first evening has a social feel as everyone catches up after the long break since April. There will be an introduction to the programme for the season with brief insights into what the speakers will be offering as well as an overview of our competitions and a new shared event with Bolsover’s Photographic Society.
"Lincoln Cathedral" by Joyce Bell
It is a perfect opportunity for anyone who has been thinking about returning to the club or who wants to see what a photo club is like. There is a warm welcome awaiting for everyone. We cater for all ages and experience levels. We suggest under 18s get a parent or guardian to contact us in advance to enquire about our junior membership and requirements.
"Clumber Reflection" by Joy Allison
Adult annual membership is £35, which has not increased for several years. Returning members are asked to bring their payment in an envelope marked with their name and membership number. The nightly members’ attendance fee is £3.
Guests are welcome on up to three visits before being asked to commit to joining. The guest fee is £5 per visit, payable at the door.
We have a great variety of speakers booked and the programme can be seen on the web site.
We begin the competition season with two events without themes so your best photos will be eligible. The themed competition will this year be for ‘Reflections’, which is a broad enough title to offer plenty of scope for creativity.
We are looking forward to welcoming everyone again, so please do come and join us. We would love to see you.
Full details can be found on the club web site: http://www.retford-photographic.co.uk/
The meeting begins at 7.30pm and everyone is asked to arrive a little before that as the signing in desk will be busy and we will be doing our best to start the evening on time.
"Newark Reflections" by Joy Allison
The club meets at St Joseph’s Hall, Babworth Road, Retford at 7.30pm every Monday and apart from the seasonal mid-season break, there will be a meeting every Monday until the end of April 2026. Please check it as the start of the season approaches.
Photographs: As submitted and named in the file name.
Editors’ Note: For more information about the programme or the Society, please see www.retford-photographic.co.uk , or contact Joy Allison on 01777 871506
The first evening has a social feel as everyone catches up after the long break since April. There will be an introduction to the programme for the season with brief insights into what the speakers will be offering as well as an overview of our competitions and a new shared event with Bolsover’s Photographic Society.
"Lincoln Cathedral" by Joyce Bell
It is a perfect opportunity for anyone who has been thinking about returning to the club or who wants to see what a photo club is like. There is a warm welcome awaiting for everyone. We cater for all ages and experience levels. We suggest under 18s get a parent or guardian to contact us in advance to enquire about our junior membership and requirements.
"Clumber Reflection" by Joy Allison
Adult annual membership is £35, which has not increased for several years. Returning members are asked to bring their payment in an envelope marked with their name and membership number. The nightly members’ attendance fee is £3.
Guests are welcome on up to three visits before being asked to commit to joining. The guest fee is £5 per visit, payable at the door.
We have a great variety of speakers booked and the programme can be seen on the web site.
We begin the competition season with two events without themes so your best photos will be eligible. The themed competition will this year be for ‘Reflections’, which is a broad enough title to offer plenty of scope for creativity.
We are looking forward to welcoming everyone again, so please do come and join us. We would love to see you.
Full details can be found on the club web site: http://www.retford-photographic.co.uk/
The meeting begins at 7.30pm and everyone is asked to arrive a little before that as the signing in desk will be busy and we will be doing our best to start the evening on time.
"Newark Reflections" by Joy Allison
The club meets at St Joseph’s Hall, Babworth Road, Retford at 7.30pm every Monday and apart from the seasonal mid-season break, there will be a meeting every Monday until the end of April 2026. Please check it as the start of the season approaches.
Photographs: As submitted and named in the file name.
Editors’ Note: For more information about the programme or the Society, please see www.retford-photographic.co.uk , or contact Joy Allison on 01777 871506