OUR JUDGES

MARK GILLIGAN

Acclaimed photographer Mark Gilligan has been putting the Lake District in front of his lens for 40 years. As well as judging, the Fujifilm ambassador will also add tips and skills through the competition to help you snap a winner.

JULIA BRADBURY

The face of TV walking, #litterheroes campaigner and co-founder of The Outdoor Guide, Julia's programmes reach millions of viewers – so when it comes to knowing what makes the masses stop and take notice, she knows her stuff.

LOUISE PARKER

Trail’s art editor for over 20 years, and with a keen eye for unique composition and good light Louise may have professionally handled more pictures of the British mountains than anyone alive.

TOM BAILEY

Trail’s photographer has 20+ years in the job, and has produced the UK's biggest mountain picture library. Tom’s dedication to bagging a superb image – no matter what the weather – has made his judgment as qualified as it is critical!

BEN HAWKINS

Ben is the editor of Practical Photography, and assesses hundreds of photos each month. Whether it’s a moment captured on a smartphone or a DSLR image that’s taken months of dedication, it’s a level playing field for him.

YOU!

Just as importantly, the vote will also be put to you too, Trail readers! Look out for more details in-mag and on livefortheoutdoors.com/mountainphoto18