Soul enhancing

The National Parks Photography Competition was organised by UK National Parks and the charity Campaign for National Parks to underscore the importance of nature in today’s world. This year’s theme, “Inspired by Nature”, drew in 1,700 entries, taken at the UK’s 15 national parks. Shaun Davey’s image was shortlisted for its depiction of the atmospheric, cathedral-like canopy of the ring of beech trees at Three Combes Foot in Exmoor National Park. Competition judge Andrew Hall said: “There is something about nature that moves the soul and enriches our lives. But the reality is that some of the amazing moments captured throughout this competition will be denied the next generation... I hope that people looking at these photographs see the urgent need to treasure the natural world, to get out, feel inspired, but also to do more to protect and improve our National Parks.” cnp.org.uk