Frequently asked questions

Cae Glas Cricket Pavilion, Gatacre Playing Field, Gatacre Ave, Oswestry SY11 1DR We normally meet every Wednesday at 7.30. Check out our events page for more information of our meetings.

The 2025/2026 season starts Wednesday 10th September and regular meetings run up until 20th May 2026. In addition, there are a number of optional meetings, social events and photoshoots throughout the summer.

The society caters for all skill levels; from the beginners to the experienced and advanced. We believe everyone can learn something new or take inspiriation from each other in all of our meetings.

Membership is £60 per year. If you hold a valid student ID card this will be reduced to £30. No added fees for club room meetings Each meeting includes tea/coffee and snacks.

The societys new programme of events offers an environment with the aims of promotion, encouragement and enjoyment of all branches of photography through meetings, tutorials, practicals and other activities that will help members improve their photography skills.

Many of our members have decades of experience of photography as a hobby or sometimes a profession. Friendly informal advice is always available from those members during any of our meetings.

No, in general you do not need to bring a camera to a regular meeting. However, we do have practical sessions where your camera may be required. We also have a range of photoshoots where your camera will be essential. Check the Events page to see a full program of meetings, photoshoots and practical sessions.

We would encourage all potential members to come along to any regular Wednesday meeting to “sample” the society. You can attend up to two meetings before having to make a decision to join and pay the membership fee. We ask for a small fee of £3 per evening for visitors and some of our premium events may have a higher fee.

For more information contact our Secretary, Helen Hurdley by email: helen.oswestryps@gmail.com(mailto:oswestryphotosoc@gmail.com)