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Once a month, Ian Beesley and Ian McMillan (the poet) meet at a Huddersfield pub to discuss life and reminisce about past pubs in industrial Yorkshire. They reflect on the decline of these community hubs due to industrial changes, and a nostalgia for a vibrant pub culture that featured live piano music and local camaraderie.

Yorkshire is understatedly known as “God's Own Country” and is worth a journey, even from the far reaches of Provence. Mark's trip encompasses the beauty of the county, A richly rewarding roast beef Sunday lunch, served up with the known attitudes of the “Tykes” who live there.

Everyone needs a favourite bit of the world. And for Dave, the North Yorkshire Jurassic coast hits all the buttons. Here he takes a scenic view with the Nikon Df and the Leica X.

Living in London offers diverse attractions, but locals often overlook tourist spots. The author reflects on Camden Lock's industrial history and its transformation into a popular market, blending heritage with modern leisure.

Each year, the editorial team view thousands of images, featured in the hundreds of articles submitted by our contributors. Amongst the many superb pictures we see, a handful invariably stand out. So, here are the favourite photos selected by each member of the Macfilos team.

George, my great uncle, was buried in an unmarked grave in Kelowna, British Columbia. Following my father’s request, I travelled with my wife to Vancouver to find and mark his grave. The journey included exploring some of British Columbia's attractions, photography with Leica compact cameras, leading to a poignant conclusion.

Macfilos has had a successful year, publishing a record number of articles and achieving significant page view growth thanks to our readers. The team explored diverse equipment and travel experiences while preparing for 2026.

Martin Parr, a significant figure in photography, passed away on December 6th. His work powerfully documented social change in Britain, capturing everyday life with a unique, often satirical, and critical eye.

In Yorkshire, they say “Where's there's muck, there's brass.” What you discover many not be financially valuable, but the simple stories that can be told are well worth it and worth a picture.

The content reflects Ian Beesley's journey from industrial work to photography, documenting deindustrialisation in Bradford. He shares insights on using a Leica M6, emphasising the tactile nature of film photography.

A chance encounter with a Hasselblad X2D at a shopping mall led to a three-week loan of the camera, and a chance to find out how a Leica shooter would fare with the flagship camera from a rival premier brand.

Keith Walker, a passionate photographer of steam engines, reflects on trainspotting's history and evolution, emphasizing its charm, enduring allure, and his own journey through photography and heritage railways.