The Shaftesbury Camera Club was formed in September 2010 to fulfil the need for a open photographic club serving Shaftesbury and surrounding villages and towns.  Although starting with just a few committed members and no equipment or funds, the club quickly established itself with a full programme and grew almost immediately to more than 30 members.  Following some generous donations and raffles, the club acquired a high specification digital projector, screen, competition software, light box and other equipment all within a few months.  The club is indebted to other surrounding photographic clubs for their encouragement and support with speakers, and we already have a number of friendly inter-club competitions each year.

Our membership ranges across the full spectrum from novice through to professional and an accredited photographic judge.  Member’s photographic interests are wide, as is their camera equipment which ranges from simple compacts to full feature SLRs.  New members are especially welcome, whether they be novices or more experienced.