News 2026

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January

Dear All,

It is with deep sadness that we mark the passing of Iris Hirst, a cherished and longstanding past member of Nelson Camera Club. Iris, together with her husband Edmund, formed a quiet but steady pillar of our community. Their commitment to the club spanned many years, and Iris’s dedication was felt in every corner of our shared work.

Beyond her roles as a club member, Iris will be remembered for her warmth, her gentle presence, and her unwavering support of the photographic community she loved. She and Edmund were familiar faces at meetings and events, always ready with a kind word, a thoughtful comment, or a quiet smile. Their shared enthusiasm for photography enriched the club and strengthened the friendships within it.

Her passing leaves a space that cannot be filled, but her legacy—of service, kindness, and community—remains with us.

Iris’s son, Andrew, has kindly let us know that club members are welcome to attend the funeral and the gathering afterwards at the Tempest Arms. Full details are below:

Funeral Arrangements

Thursday 22nd January 2026

9:00am–9:15am – Helliwells Funerals, Barnoldswick

9:30am – Briercliffe Lodge

10:00am – Skipton Crematorium

11:15am onwards – Wake at the Tempest Arms, Elslack (all members welcome)

If you plan to attend the wake, please let Andrew know for catering purposes at: andrewhirst05@talktalk.net