AMATEUR photographers are being asked to take part in a competition.

Northumberland Wildlife Trust's amateur wildlife photography competition, sponsored by energy provider npower, is looking for pictures of the region's landscapes, plants and animals.

There are two age categories - 16 and under, and adult. Entrants can submit up to three photos. Prizes include cameras, Spiderman DVDs, binoculars and Allan Potts' book, Natural North.

Entries must be received by September 30, to Julie Ashford at NWT, Garden House, St Nicholas Park, Gosforth, Newcastle, NE3 3XT.