Join me for the Peak District heather displays over this iconic landscape in August - 4hr Heather Peak District Photography Workshops | All levels welcome
Summary
Location: Peak District - Derbyshire/Staffordshire
2025 - Sat 16th Aug 18:00 21:30 - Derbyshire Surprise View
2025 - Sun 17th Aug 05:15 09:30 - Staffordshire - The Roaches
Participants: Max 6
Fitness: 3. Moderate
Photography Workshop Event Details: Heathers
Description: Peak District heather Workshops
Surprise View, perched atop Hathersage, is one of the best viewpoints in the Peak District. It's a perfect spot to admire the sunset and, on a clear night, is a designated 'Dark Skies' stargazing location. To access this special place, head uphill in a northerly direction from the car park and find the strangely shaped Mother Cap stone. Then, marvel at the vivid stars filling the Peak District's dark skies.
The Roaches, with Hen Cloud and Ramshaw Rocks, form a gritstone escarpment that marks the Peak's south-western edge. Best viewed from the approach along the Leek road, they stand as a line of silent sentinels guarding the entrance to the Peak District, worn into fantastic shapes by the elements.
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Description - Peak District Photography Workshops
Peak District Photography Workshops - Heathers at Sunrise
The Roaches, with Hen Cloud and Ramshaw Rocks, form a gritstone escarpment which marks the south-western edge of the Peak. Best viewed from the approach along the Leek road, they stand as a line of silent sentinels guarding the entrance to the Peak District, worn into fantastic shapes by the elements.
The area is one of rock and heather, which once belonged to the Swythamley Estate. Following the break up of this estate, the site, including the Roaches and Hen Cloud (an area of 975 acres) was purchased in 1980 by the Peak District National Park Authority to protect this unique area and guarantee access for the public.
We will shoot at two to three locations on the day depending on the group's seasonal highlights, weather and wishes for each spot.Ramshaw Rocks
Hen Cloud
The Roaches
Surrounding areas
On Peak District Photography Workshops, Alan will guide you through the following:
focusing in low light
tonal range and shadow and highlight recognition
composition and designing the shot in the dark
long exposure, set-up and calculating the right amount of time
Itinerary - Peak District Photography Workshops
05:15 Meet at the designated location
Peak District Photography Workshops Briefing, preparation and set-up
Image shoot and reviews/tuition
09:30 Event finish - Breakfast at Roaches Tea Rooms & Restaurant, Paddock Farm, Roach Rd (cost not included in price)
2.5hr - 1 Day - Photography Workshops - Generic Information
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1. Practical On-Location Tuition
Landscape Photography Workshop events provide hands-on, practical tuition in real-life conditions. You will learn how to navigate various lighting and weather scenarios, compose compelling shots, and overcome challenges specific to landscape photography. With personalised one-on-one guidance, you can receive tailored instruction based on your level of expertise and individual goals.
2. Immersive Learning Experience
You'll benefit from an immersive learning experience beyond technical instruction by joining a landscape photo workshop. You'll be part of a community of fellow photographers, sharing insights, ideas, and creative inspiration. The collaborative environment fosters growth, and the camaraderie among participants adds an element of joy and shared enthusiasm to the learning process.
3. Expert Guidance and Feedback
Landscape Photography workshops are led by an experienced professional who has honed their craft over 20 years of practice. He offers valuable insights, tips, and techniques to elevate your photography skills. He provides personalised feedback and critique sessions, helping you refine your compositions, master camera settings, and develop your unique photographic style.
4. Well-Planned Itineraries
Photo Workshops include well-researched itineraries that maximise your time at each location. Alan carefully selects the most picturesque spots and ensures that you have ample opportunities to capture stunning images. You'll be guided through the best times and locations for optimal lighting conditions and unforgettable photographic experiences from sunrise to sunset.
5. Networking and Inspiration
Joining a landscape photography workshop lets you connect with fellow photographers who share your passion and enthusiasm. The opportunity to exchange ideas, share experiences, and collaborate can be invaluable in expanding your creative horizons. The supportive environment nurtures personal and professional growth, fostering lifelong friendships and inspiring new artistic perspectives.
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I offer an interest-free payment plan. All photo workshops are also available as gift vouchers for that special occasion; purchase the voucher and leave the rest to us.
Included/Excluded in priceIncluded in price
All photographic tuition and advice to help you make those shots range from the technical elements and camera craft to the creative aspects of composing images that convey your interpretation and connection to the landscape.
Advice, discussion and explanation on using equipment and gear: Tripods, Filters, etc. Including some loan sets of filters and tripods throughout the event.
Knowledge and experience of locations to maximise your time in every location visited.
One-to-one tuition throughout the event to support and teach you regardless of your experience, equipment and knowledge.
Constructive image review, discussion and feedback throughout the event
Excluded in price
Cancellation insurance
Equipment insurance - Check your home contents insurance policy and ensure you are covered for eventualities.
Refreshments are excluded unless specified in the description.
Travel costs to and from the event location.
Other Key Information
Participants must attend with appropriate footwear and clothing to remain dry, warm and comfortable.
Under 18 are welcome but must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Optional post-workshop image reviews and feedback on your photos are available on request via an online Zoom 1-2-1.
Terms and Conditions
Please read my terms and conditions before booking, as they will bind you upon receipt of the money paid.
Summary Terms
Bad Weather
On the rare occasion that severe weather conditions prevent any photography workshops from safely or practically going ahead, other dates or a refund will be offered.
Max and Min Participants
Workshop dates are subject to the minimum number of participants (3) and maximum of (6)
In the event of insufficient bookings, alternative dates will be offered, though Alan may, at his discretion, run the workshop with less, if viable.
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Fitness level Required - See Summary Description For Category.
All our landscape photography workshops are rated for fitness and are shown on the summary section.
Easy: meaning that most people should be able to deal comfortably with the short walks (5- 15 mins - less than a mile) and occasional steps or gradual gradients involved and be comfortable on their feet for the duration of the location.
Moderate: meaning that most people with average fitness should comfortably deal with the walks (15-30 mins around 1 mile) and occasional steps or gradients.
Hard: meaning that most people with average fitness should be able to deal with some longer walks (30-45mins - 1 to 2 miles) with frequent steps and steeper gradients involved.
Experience Level - Beginner to Intermediate
The workshop is suitable for any level, including beginners.
All participants receive 1-2-1 tuition and support on practical workshops to tailor tutoring to the individual’s needs and experience.
No prior knowledge of photography is required as each student will be taught individually, according to their level.
Equipment for this workshop
What to bring:
Your camera, fully charged battery and spare batteries if you have them.
Battery Charger if attending more than one day
Additional memory card(s) in case required
Remote Release Cable to take shots without touching the camera.
Any lenses are suitable - zooms, wide-angle and macro
Tripod (essential) I can loan you one - but let me know in advance if you want one. Here are my recommended tripods
A polarising filter is beneficial for removing glare and reflections but not essential.
Graduated and Neutral Density Filters - useful for increasing exposure, dynamic range and doing longer exposures
My recommended photography filters
Sensible footwear – it can sometimes be muddy, wet and sticky underfoot so walking boots or trainers with good grip are recommended and wellington boots for coastal workshops.
A large sandwich bag and an elastic band to wrap around your camera and lens if we have light rain
A kneeling mat or dustbin liner to put on the ground if you want to kneel or crouch down for ground-level shots
Water, snacks or whatever you need for the event duration
Raincoats or equivalent – we might catch a shower!
Take a look at my post on preparing for your landscape photography workshops.
If you have any specific questions regarding equipment, please get in touch with me directly or look at my recommended products page on Amazon Page.
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You will receive a confirmation email from me, usually within 48hrs of payment. A tree will also be planted in your name (you will receive an emailed certificate in your name) to help offset the environmental impact of this workshop.
Next Steps For You
Read my preparation guide for landscape photography workshops to ensure you get the most from the experience. It contains everything you need to check and consider!
Consider whether you want to hire any additional lenses or equipment for the workshop to test, use and experience. [Note: I have spare tripods and some loan filter sets from Kase and Lee Filters]
Come prepared with an open mind to learning and enjoying your photography event with like-minded people of all abilities and experience.
Feel welcome to email us is with any questions you can’t find answers for on this listing.