A highlight of my annual calendar, the River of Light Trail lights up the Liverpool waterfront every October and you can join me explore the lights and take great photographs. On this photo walk I’ll take you round the trail showing you the best angles and camera settings to capture the displays in all their glory, all in under 2 1/2 hours!

This walks are mixed ability, there is no need to have the latest camera equipment or years of experience a camera phone will do just fine!

All I ask is for each person who attends to give what they feel the walk was worth to them at the end of the evening. These walks are very popular so please choose a night below and book to secure your place.

As the light display changes each year I cannot confirm the route itself until the week of the River of Light. However I can assure you that I will ensure the route we walk takes in every artwork possible within the 2 1/2 hour walk. The routes often include iconic locations including the Liver Building, Water front and Albert Dock.

• What is the River of Light trail? – Every year the City of Liverpool invites artists from around the world to display their illuminated artworks along the world-famous waterfront, the 2024 theme has not yet been announced.
• When is the 2024 River of Light in Liverpool? – This year the River of Light Trail will run from Friday the 25th of October 2024 until Sunday 3rd of November 2024.
• How do your walks work? – I offer these guided walks for no upfront fee, all you need to do is choose a date above to book a place, then turn up on the day with your camera gear and I’ll guide you round the artworks. Then at the end of the evening simply give whatever you feel the walk was worth to you in the form of a tip with no expectations. In most cases, attendees choose to give between £10-£20, but this is completely up to each person who attends. It’s my job, as your guide, to entertain you, give you photography hints and tips and show you around the artworks. I’ll never pressure you to tip; I believe that, when money is given, it should be voluntary and in direct proportion to the quality of the walk and the budget of those attending. It’s a kind of satisfaction guarantee, if you don’t enjoy the walk, just walk away, no questions asked.
• Why do I need to book? – To ensure I can help everyone on the walk and get round all of the artworks I like to keep groups to a maximum of 12 people so booking is essential – Please can I ask you to only book if you do intend on joining me, this is a very popular route and I don’t want people to miss out.
• Can I book a group walk? – Due to the shortened timescale of the event this year I won’t be able to run any private group tours, if you have more than 3 people in your group please contact me as i will have to charge £15pp for group bookings.
• What is the maximum number of people in a group – I limit bookings to 12 people per walk, though i sometimes take a few more dependant on location. If a walk is listed as fully booked please send me a message using the live chat below and I’ll let you know if there is any space left.
• What if it’s raining, will the walk still go ahead? – In general the walks will go head whatever the weather, however I will only run the walks if it is safe to do so. There are often storms around in October and the Council has cancelled the event on certain nights due to weather. Please keep an eye on your emails for confirmation on the day of your walk.
• How much is a suitable tip? – This is completely up to you but please consider the time it takes to organise and run these walks before hand as well as the knowledge and experience you gain during the event. As a guide most people tend to give between £10-£20pp.

By booking and attending a Neon Light Photography Walk you signal that you agree to the following terms and conditions:

My walks are adult only, all participants must be over the age of 18 to take part.

Although I will be leading the route we walk, you are responsible for your own safety and equipment for the duration of the route. I cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage of equipment or injury to self.

To ensure safety, if adverse weather conditions are forecast the walk may need to be cancelled/postponed. This will be detailed by email so please check before heading down to the start location.

Along with checking weather conditions before the day, I will also review conditions throughout the walk and may decide to change the route if the weather/tide requires it. There are some routes that are not safe in some conditions and so I cannot guarantee visiting any requested location.

Though offered for Free, cancellations at short notice are very difficult to fill, therefore if cancelling within 5 days of the walk / workshop please can I ask you to consider a £5pp donation to cover my costs, this is voluntary but encouraged.

Covid-19 Restrictions – For the safety of all attendees, expecially those with pre-existing health conditions, I ask that you do not attend a walk or workshop if you have tested positive for COVID19 within 5 days of the walk.