Pro photographer Edyta Rice has travelled the length and breadth of the UK in her quest to find the country’s best landscape locations and reveals how, when and where she shot her top 10…
In Britain, we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to breathtaking landscapes. With majestic mountain vistas, sparkling lakes and rivers, rolling bucolic countryside and spectacular rugged coastlines, the United Kingdom has a rich diversity of landscapes to offer every keen photographer.
If you’re looking for inspiration for your next photography trip, there are numerous places in the UK that are crying out to be photographed. The key to bagging a stunning portfolio of photos is not only knowing where these locations are, but what to photograph and from what vantage point once you’re there. However, with so much to see and so little time, it can be difficult to decide where you should go next. So I’m going to share with you my top 10 most breathtaking British locations that every landscape photographer should visit at least once in their lifetime.
My top 10 views are spread out throughout the UK, so there’s a good chance at least one will be not too far from you, although all are worth making the trip for. I will recommend where to photograph, when to go for the best conditions and, most importantly, how to make the best out of your visit. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a beginner with an entry-level Nikon, or a professional with all the kit – it’s still just about getting out in the landscape and enjoying capturing the most breathtaking places in the UK. And while this is a personal top 10 of my very favourite locations, there are, of course, countless other unmissable photo spots throughout the land, too.
Best coastal Loca t ions
As an island nation, you’re never too far from the coast and its spectacular photography opportunities. Here are a couple of my favourite seaside spots…
Much of Britain’s beauty can be attributed to its coastline. Along 5000 miles of British coast, you can find hidden sea caves, arches and stacks. Extreme weather and coastal erosion have shaped these spectacular structures over hundreds of thousands of years. Some of the most spectacular coastal landscapes can be seen in the southwest of the country, especially along the Jurassic Coast.
Durdle Door is highly popular among holidaymakers and photographers alike. Its position on the south c
