Cornwall National Landscape photography winners announced

It was themed 'Celebrating People and Place', inviting individuals to capture the essence of Cornwall National Landscape.

With over 100 entries, a panel of judges selected the winning photographs.

Cornwall National Landscape, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and endorsed by Natural England, covers one-third of Cornwall, with 12 sections of diverse landscapes.

The aim of the competition was to highlight what makes this area so unique, from its flora and fauna to its renowned coastline and heritage features.

Frank Leavesley's winning entry, Last Light at Port Quin (Image: Frank Leavesley) First place went to Frank Leavesley for his photograph, Last Light at Port Quin.

He said: "I just love this little bay, so pleased to capture the light from the cottage as day turned into night."

For his winning entry, Mr Leavesley received a £500 staycation voucher from Classic Cottages.

Second place (Image: Jess Feldon) Second place was awarded to Jess Feldon's Swimmers at Porthcurno.

She said her image "represents connection and community in our wonderful coastal county."

Ms Feldon was awarded a tour and tea for two at St Michael's Mount, worth £200, donated by the St Aubyn Foundation.

Third place (Image: Caroline Pack) Caroline Pack took third place with her photograph, Gunwalloe Storm.

She said: "I loved the way the seafoam could easily pass for snow, and the juxtaposition of the man-made (steps) with the vegetation and the power of the elements."

Ms Pack received a signed copy of the book, 12 Stories for 12 Sections, and a Cornwall National Landscape goody bag.

Highly commended (Image: Robin Rowling) Two entries were highly commended.

Robin Rowling was recognised in the People & Place category for his photo, Between Northcott Mouth and Crooklets Beach, Bude.

He said: "I love walking along the beach from Northcott Mouth to Bude at low tide observing the different patterns made by the movement of the sea and sand."

Another highly commended (Image: Chris Colyer)

In the Dark Skies category, Chris Colyer Cornwall's Row Boat Under the Milky Way was highly commended.

He said: "Row Boat Under the Milky Way was taken at Porthgwarra.

"The nature of the cove means that a Milky Way shot is only possible at certain times of the year.

"A special location!"

Both highly commended photographers received a Cornwall National Landscape goody bag.

A selection of the images will be shared with Cornish poets to inspire verse, which will be turned into a book and exhibition in the spring.