Here are the amazing winning entries of a photographic competition to capture the beauty of Warwickshire’s waterways.
The competition, organised by Warwickshire County Council, Warwickshire Wildlife Trust and the Canal and River Trust, invited photography enthusiasts of all ages and abilities to submit their photos showcasing the theme of ‘nature and wildlife on the waterways’.
An initial shortlisting process for each of the age groups (15 and under and 16 and over) was completed by representatives from each of the organisations responsible for the competition. A public vote then took place through Facebook, with hundreds of people joining in to have their say by ‘liking’ their favourite photo. From this, two winners emerged, who have each received a £50 voucher for photography equipment from the Canal and River Trust.
Here are the winning photos.
5. Shortlisted Images: Sixteen and Over Category
Hill Farm Marina, Wootton Wawen, by Darren Photo: Submitted image
6. Shortlisted Images: Sixteen and Over Category
A river with snow covered trees. River Arrow in Alcester by Elaine. Photo: Submitted photo
7. Shortlisted Images: Sixteen and Over Category
A group of boats on a body of water. Oxford Canal at Clifton-upon-Dunsmore by Duncan. Photo: Submitted image
8. Shortlisted Images: Fifteen and under category
Riverside Walk by the River Leam in Leamington by Arnie Photo: Submitted photo