Tandridge Photographic Society award winners: (Back row from left): David Peek; David Hurkett; Dr. John Nathan; Ralph Jones; Marcus Scott-Taggart; (Front row from left): Clare Pickett; the leader of Tandridge District Council, Gordon Keymer; Sally Bartlett (www.actiondogphotography.co.uk).

On Tuesday, 3rd June, Tandridge Photographic Society celebrated their 50th anniversary with the launch of an exhibition of their work at the offices of Tandridge District Council in Station Road East, Oxted. The evening commenced with the Chairman of the Society, Dr. John Nathan, announcing the award winners and the leader of Tandridge District Council, Gordon Keymer, presenting the awards to the winning members. The award presentations were followed by the official opening of the exhibition by Mr Keymer.

Some of the photos on display in the exhibition.

During his speech, Mr Keymer congratulated the Society on reaching its 50th anniversary and warmly welcomed the members to the council offices for their celebration and exhibition. After enjoying some champagne and snacks, the members adjourned to nearby Cucina Italiana restaurant for their anniversary dinner.

'Kingfisher' by David Hurkett, the photo voted for as the members' overall favourite photograph.

The exhibition will be open to the public until Monday, 16th June. For more information about Tandridge Photographic Society visit www.tandridgephotographicsociety.org.uk