Rob C Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 I'm going to the Cheltenham Festival tomorrow (Friday); Gold Cup day. Looking for some good stock opportunities and maybe news images. Has anyone been there before, and if so, do security or the organisers allow people with 'pro' looking cameras to wander around taking pictures? I know some venues and organisiations won't allow it without the appropriate passes. Rob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeCee Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Rob, I worked on the local papers there in the 80's - I doubt you'll hit any issues shooting crowd shots, but you won't be allowed in the press areas without accreditation. Nor will you get accreditation on the day, normally, you need to apply a few months beforehand. You may be able to get a few race shots over peoples shoulders, but in truth, at Cheltenham, you'll be seven people back from the barrier unless you go very early. Same with the parade ring too, it's monumentally busy ... For all that, great event, and you're more likely to do well with crowd pix of happy punters, (winners, losers and boozers) than you will with action, as all the agencies (PA, Reuters) will be filing direct as each race finishes. Enjoy your day out! Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob C Posted March 16, 2017 Author Share Posted March 16, 2017 Thanks Tony, I think crowd shots are really going to be my priority. Always seems to be scope for them in some newspapers. Not really counting on getting anywhere near the horses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeCee Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Great event, wish I could join you there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alamy Posted March 17, 2017 Share Posted March 17, 2017 Always worth checking the rules of entry before photographing at any event. http://cheltenham.thejockeyclub.co.uk/plan-your-race-day/faqs#faq-27 You'll need accreditation in order to be able to sell the images or you could face some potential legal issues down the line. Cheers Alamy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Hatton Posted March 17, 2017 Share Posted March 17, 2017 I went along to the races at Bangor on Dee last year, so much hassle from stewards for having a white lens! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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