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Book a Photo Camp

Early Bird Ends Friday 8th May 2026 HURRY LIMITED SPACES

May Half Term Photography Camp (Crouch End)
£65.00 £79.00

Join us for a few days of creativity, curiosity, and photography fun! Our Photo Explorers® holiday camp, designed for infant & junior school ages to explore the world through a camera, develop their creative skills, and gain confidence in a supportive and hands-on environment.

Where Explorers Become Big Creators!

🌿📸 Tuesday 26th May: Nature Detectives

Ages 4 - 11

Children will head outdoors to explore and capture the beauty of summer through photography. From flowers to textures in nature, they’ll take part in creative photo challenges before designing their own leaf and flower photo books to take home.

🖤✨ Wednesday 27th May: Darkroom Magic

Ages 4 – 11

A hands-on day exploring the magic of photography! Children will experiment with cyanotypes and both traditional and digital techniques. Using our pop-up darkroom, they’ll create their own unique photograms and learn how images were made in the early days of photography.

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🧩 What’s included

✔ All photography equipment provided

✔ On-site photo printing

✔ Art & craft materials

✔ Experienced Photo Explorers instructors

✔ Small, supportive group sizes

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Ages
4 - 11 Years

Dates
Tuesday 26th & Wednesday 27th May 2026

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Time
9:00am - 3:00pm

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Location
Union Church, Weston Park, London N8 9PX

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  • “Children see magic because they look for it.”

    – Christopher Moore

  • “Photography is the story I fail to put into words.”

    — Destin Sparks

  • “To photograph: it is to put on the same line of sight the head, the eye and the heart.”

    Henri Cartier-Bresson

  • “You don’t take a photograph, you make it”

    Ansel Adams

  • “Creativity takes courage”

    Henri Matisse

  • “The camera is an instrument that teaches people how to see without a camera.”

    Dorothea Lange

  • “You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.”

    Maya Angelou

❊ FAQs

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  • The camp is designed for children aged 5–8 years (KS1) who love to explore, create, and have fun. No photography experience is needed – we start with the basics.

    • A packed lunch and water bottle

    • Comfortable clothes suitable for crafts and outdoor activities

    • Sun hat/raincoat depending on the weather

    All cameras, materials, and equipment are provided.

  • No – we provide child-friendly cameras for every child to use during camp. If your child has their own camera, they’re welcome to bring it, but it’s not required.

    • Drop-off: 9:00am

    • Pick-up: 3:00pm
      Please collect by 3:10pm.

  • We keep groups small (around 15–20 children) so everyone gets attention and support.

  • Photo Explorers is led by Harriet Rock, an experienced facilitator who works with children through creativity and mindfulness. Harriet and her assistant are DBS-checked, first aid trained, and safeguarding certified.

  • Yes – safety is our top priority.

    • Staff are DBS checked and trained in safeguarding

    • At least one staff member is first-aid trained

    • Adult/child ratios are kept low for proper supervision

  • Yes! Each child will bring home:

    • Their own creative crafts (collages, photo frames, masks, etc.)

    • Printed photos and a mini photo album

    • A certificate of achievement at the end of the week

  • Please get in touch before booking to discuss your child’s needs. We will always do our best to provide support and make the camp inclusive.

  • We recommend booking for the full week so children can get the most out of the programme. However, if your child needs to miss a day, they are still welcome for the rest of the week.

    • Standard price: £250 per child

    • Early Bird price: £220 per child (limited spaces)
      Sibling discounts available – contact us for details.