We’re pleased to announce the winners of the UK section of Wiki Loves Monuments. This year the judges have awarded first prize to this atmospheric image of Kilchurn Castle at sunrise taken by MHoser
Overall winner
UK winners
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1st: Kilchurn Castle at sunrise
The judges appreciated the wonderful colour-palette that the photographer has captured with the early-morning light, and the real skill and care that is evident in the composition.
2nd: Bass Rock with lighthouse and gannets
Although Bass Rock is a well-photographed subject, the judges picked this image out for its unusual and varied lighting which brings out the details of the upper rock surface, the clouds of birds in flight, and the photographic angle which allows the lighthouse to stand out clearly.
3rd: Sun setting on Commando Memorial
The judges liked the use of a low camera angle and late afternoon sunshine to enhance the presence of this powerful monument. They also appreciated the photographer choosing a lesser-known site.
Highly commended
Five images were highly commended this year.
High Tide at Newport Transporter Bridge
Clifton Suspension Bridge and the Observatory in Bristol, England
Perch Rock Lighthouse Gold
Arnol Blackhouse
Leasowe Lighthouse Frozen Fields
Best image from England
Leasowe Lighthouse Frozen Fields
Best image from Scotland
Kilchurn Castle at sunrise
Best image from Wales
High Tide at Newport Transporter Bridge
No award was made in the Best image from Northern Ireland category due to insufficient entries.
Special prize for an image of an interior
Arnol Blackhouse
No award was made in the Site in Use category due to insufficient entries.