Dorchester: Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition

Wildlife Photographer of the Year, featuring 100 images, is at Dorset Museum in Dorchester until October 29.

The exhibition, showing some of the best photography globally, brings together some of the most incredible images of the natural world.

On loan from The Natural History Museum in London, the exhibition features exceptional images which capture fascinating animal behaviour, spectacular species and the breathtaking diversity of the natural world.

Using the unique and emotive power of photography to engage and inspire audiences, the images shine a light on stories and species around the world and encourage a future of advocating for the planet.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year is the most prestigious photography event of its kind, providing a global platform that showcases some of the best talent from around the world.

Launched back in 1965, today the competition receives entries from more than 90 countries, highlighting its enduring appeal and global reach.

This year’s award-winning images are on an international tour that will allow them to be seen by over a million people, with one of those stops being Dorset Museum.

Dorset Museum has created an events programme in conjunction with the exhibition featuring family activities, talks and a photography workshop for adults.

Nature Heals, another exhibition, is running in the community hall, with images from local photographer Trevor Parsons.

Elizabeth Selby, Director of Collections and Public Engagement of Dorset Museum says: "We are really delighted to be bringing the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition to Dorset Museum this summer.

"These incredible photographs are not to be missed, and the exhibition offers something to inspire and delight visitors of all ages and interests.

"Feedback so far has been wonderful with visitors as young as four years old appreciating some of the best photography in the world."

There will be activities for families at the museum throughout the summer holidays including an animal trail with cards and binoculars to spot different animals around the museum, various art and crafts activities including colourful tree frogs, polar bear art and create your own 3D camera!

There are also various children’s activities to do in the exhibition itself.

Executive Director Claire Dixon, who joined the museum as the exhibition opened, said: "It is fantastic to see such an exciting programme engaging our audiences.

"As we consider the future direction of the museum, high-profile exhibitions like this will form a critical part of our success. It is a privilege to be able to hear the museum galleries buzzing with activity and see so many people having fun in the museum.”

Tickets can be pre-booked online to save 10 per cent on the entry.

They are valid for 12 months and under 17s can visit for free when accompanied by an adult.