Photo-facts.com now has a list of camera clubs (below) throughout the UK. Camera clubs offer a range of activities from planned photo shoots to competitions, lectures and presentations from visiting photographers. They’re a great way to make new friends, learn new tricks and share your photographs and ideas with like-minded people.

First, select the area you live in and click on any club which sounds interesting to go straight to that club’s website. Here you should find everything you need to know about where the club meets, the kind of activities it organises and who to get in touch with to arrange a visit.

It really is worth checking out your local clubs. Typically the members represent a whole range of ages, abilities and interests. You’ll find that camera clubs are always keen to welcome new members.