Whisky distillery launches photography competition to tap into Glendale's community spirit

The competition, being held for the second year by the Ad Gefrin distillery, encourages anyone with an eye for composition to submit entries taken in Wooler and the surrounding area.

Eileen Ferguson, whose family has owned the Ad Gefrin site for nearly 100 years, said: “Last year’s competition was such a success, and we are really keen to maintain the energy and enthusiasm it inspired – never more so now that the Glendale Show, which is such a high point in the year, has sadly had to be cancelled.

"Although this was a necessary decision to safeguard our community, it will be a real loss, so we hope the competition gives us all another opportunity to celebrate the personality and huge spirit that makes Glendale what it is.

"We are looking forward to receiving beautiful entries that will show the valley and its people at their best, and hopefully the final images will go some way to lift the spirits after a tough six months.”

The competition entitled ‘A Life in a Day of Glendale’ will focus on the best shots that celebrate local life and the stunning landscapes in the area based on two categories: People at work, rest, and play; The Landscapes of Glendale.

Entrants can submit up to three photos, which will be accepted on the basis they were taken in Glendale itself.

The images can be in colour or black and white, and can be submitted via www.adgefrindistillery.co.uk/photography.

The overall winner will be voted for by the public using social media, after the judging panel, made up of the Ad Gefrin team and guest professional photographers, has selected the winner of each category. Each category winner will receive £50, and the overall winner will receive a further £100 prize.

The deadline for entries is Friday, December 18. The winners will be announced on February 1, 2021.

Work is still ongoing to realise the £10million Ad Gefrin Distillery project, which looks to lay the foundations for the region’s future economy, creating a new Northumbrian whisky along with a go-to visitor destination.

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