The Photographer's Guide to the Yorkshire Dales

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Twisleton Scar is situated above the village of Ingleton, at the head of the famous ’Ingleton waterfalls walk’. The scar is an area of moorland and dramatic limestone pavement, with views to two of Yorkshire’s famous ‘Three Peaks’ (Ingleborough and Whernside).

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. 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.

I bought a day with Paul at his hides as a Christmas present for my husband. We've photographed wildlife all over the world, but never seen a red squirrel up close, nor well enough to photograph. I was hoping that this day in Paul's hides would be a good day, but it wasn't - it was SUPERB! " We could easily list 20 spots, but we’ve narrowed it down to five that showcase Yorkshire’s coast, dales, and industrial heritage. These locations offer a variety of scenes for every Yorkshire landscape photography enthusiast. Essential Gear for Capturing Yorkshire Landscape Photography 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. Mill Reflections: On a calm day, Gibson Mill is perfectly reflected in the mill pond, creating a mirror-like image that’s hard to resist. These two Yorkshire lasses had created the original viral selfies – photos which convinced many people of the existence of supernatural life, but also sparked fierce debates about the truth of photography, and the agency, ability and innocence of girls. Elsie and Frances kept their secret until 1983, when they finally revealed how they’d made the photographs. They are now symbolic of the girls’ wit, imagination and friendship.

Forever immortalised in Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Whitby is the typical Yorkshire seaside town, with amusement arcades, funfairs, and numerous novelty shops and public houses. Sunset is a great time to take photos. That’s true for most places across the globe. York is no different. Make sure your camera is charged up and ready to go during sunset. That way you can capture some fab shots of the city as night falls! Other great spots for photography in Yorkshire: Caves: The caves are not just historically significant; they also make for intriguing subjects, especially when explored in low light conditions.

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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 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. The RSPB nature reserve at Bempton has some of the highest chalk cliffs in England and is best known for its breeding seabirds. 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 Dales