Photo Competition Category Descriptions

The categories used for the photos reflect aspects of Birkenhead that people love and value. These were explored with the community through the process of developing the Birkenhead Neighbourhood Plan.

Community Spirit

Our special community spirit in action

“Birkenhead has an enormously strong sense of place and active community engagement – it is where we live, work, shop, play, and just spend time together“

Faces of Birkenhead

Faces and portraits of people in our community

“There are so many interesting people in our neighbourhood. Friends and family as well as celebrity faces and others that we see in our village shops. They all tell the story of our place.”

Bush and Birdlife

Green spaces, trees, and the birds of our neighbourhood

“Birkenhead has a special and unique bush environment and attracts an abundant variety of land and water birds”

Coastal Environment

Our coastline and the views of and from its beaches and bays

Birkenhead is a slice of paradise with sunlit beaches, bays, coastal parks, and expansive views

Built Environment

The design and creativity of all things man-made in our neighbourhood.

“Birkenhead has fabulous heritage and modern style in its buildings, artworks, special places, and structures; we love the high-quality interesting and creative design”


Spot Prizes

On top of the Judges Awards for these categories, there will be special prizes awarded – selected by the judges and/or sponsors. This year they include the best shots (from any category) that represent:

– Chelsea
– Homes of Birkenhead
– Public Art in Birkenhead

Plus, many more …

Birkenhead Photo Competition Online Entry Form