A BRIERLEY Hill photographer's wintry snap of Dudley Castle will feature on Christmas cards sent to hundreds of charities and organisations across the borough.

The image, captured by Keith Slater, was chosen by the Mayor of Dudley to be used as his official card.

Dozens of talented photographers submit pictures for the competition but it was Mr Slater's effort that impressed cllr Alan Finch the most.

Cllr Finch met Mr Slater at the Council House, Dudley present him with a finished card.

Mr Slater said: “I’m really honoured to have been chosen as the winner of the photography competition.

"I love taking pictures and there are some great opportunities all over the Dudley borough.”

Cllr Finch added: “We had some fantastic entries this year and I was overwhelmed with the response to the competition.

"We have some very talented photographers in the borough and I am delighted we have been able to celebrate their work as part of this competition.”