Slim Vessey
The chance to see you favourite wildlife up close is a rare and magical experience. Whether its a robin perched on a tree above your head, a butterfly on a flower as you walk past or even roe deer in a field.
The theme for August’s photography competition was ‘Wildlife Close-Ups’ and that is exactly what we received.
From the crystal clear detail of a Robin and Kestrels plumage to the intricate details of a butterfly’s wings, The entries this month where outstanding!
The winner, decided via public vote, of August’s photography competition is… Sim Vessey!
Slim Vessey
This little Robin, taken at Brockholes, is breath-taking! The way that Sim has managed to capture the natural detail of the Robin with such clarity, is fantastic. From the definition of its plumage to even its feet as it grips onto the branch, this photo fits the theme of ‘Wildlife Close-Up’ perfectly.
Our voters loved this photograph with one saying, ‘Everyone loves our favourite National bird and this photo encapsulates it perfectly’. Another added that it is a ‘great and natural photo of a robin without lots of edits’.
Augusts runner up is Wayne Sorrell.
The detail in this photograph is very impressive. Voters loved how Wayne captured the cheeky personality of this beautiful bird as it munches on its lunch at Brockholes Nature Reserve.
One voter explained how it is a ’remarkable close up’ with another adding that ‘the cheeky expression was caught perfectly.’
Wayne Sorrell
A huge thank you to everyone who sent in their wonderful images this month! The overall winner will be contacted via email.
From peaceful walks, resting wildlife, misty mornings, serene water reflections, or even simply sitting on a bench to take in the views, there is something so calming and tranquil about being emersed in nature.
September's theme is 'Tranquil Moments' and we want to see the nature moments that make you feel the most tranquil.
The deadline for submissions is 11:59pm on the 9th September 2025.
For further information and our full terms and conditions, please read here.
