Send in your entry for the Cheshire Life photography competition in association with Wilkinson Cameras

Great British Life: Mum and toddler sunbathing at Queens Park, Crewe - Arthur GibbonsMum and toddler sunbathing at Queens Park, Crewe - Arthur Gibbons (Image: Archant)

Photography has never been so popular. Technology has put taking great pictures within the reach of most of us. Here in Cheshire we have a winning combination of new technology and wonderful scenery which makes our annual hunt for the county’s best amateur photographer a real treat. Whatever they are using, be it a tablet, phone or even a camera, Cheshire Life readers have taken some great pictures for this year’s contest.

Great British Life: Ellesmere Port Sunrise - Andrew RobinsonEllesmere Port Sunrise - Andrew Robinson (Image: (c) Andy Robinson 2014)

You have until September 19th to get your entry in and our judges will be choosing three who will win brilliant prizes from our competition sponsors Wilkinson’s Cameras. The winner will receive a Canon EOS 100D and EF-S 18-55 IS STM worth £479.99, second prize is a Canon Powershot S120 worth £399.99 and the third place prize is a Canon Powershot SX 510 worth £219.99 (all prices correct as of March 2014).

The competition is not open to professional photographers. Photos must be taken in Cheshire, North Wales or Manchester city centre. Don’t forget: it’s not only about landscapes. We do like to see people and animals in pictures too.

The camera champions

Wilkinson Cameras have nine stores offering a huge choice of photographic and optical equipment to suit all levels supported by interested and enthusiastic staff who are always happy to help.

Wilkinson Camera stores are at: Preston, 27 Friargate Walk, St George’s Centre 01772 556250; Burnley, 95 St James’s Street 01282 424524, Bury, 61 The Rock, 0161 764 3402; Blackburn, 42 Northgate, 01254 581272; Kendal, Unit 19a, the Westmorland Centre, Stricklandgate, 01539 735055; Carlisle, 13 Grapes Lane, The Lanes Centre, 01228 538583; Lancaster, 6 James Street, 01524 380510; Southport, 38 Eastbank Street, 01704 534534; Warrington, 10 The Mall, Golden Square Shopping Centre, 01925 638290.

Call 01772 252188 or go online to wilkinson.co.uk.