AN award-winning local photographer will be giving tips during an illustrated talk at Moors Valley Country Park.

Tony Moss, whose image of a Bearded Reedling was highly commended in the British Wildlife Photographer of the Year Awards will be attending the launch of the exhibition at the park, near Ringwood on Friday January 24.

His talk will mark the official opening of the exhibition, which will be on display from January 25 until March 8.

Tony, who is based in the New Forest, has been recording what he sees on camera for more than 30 years and his latest shot is one of around 90 other stunning images in the exhibition, which capture the very best of British wildlife photography.

A limited number of tickets are available for the talk and private preview which starts at 6.30pm on Friday, January 24.

Tickets cost £5, to include a glass of wine. To book call Moors Valley on 01425 470721 or book online at moors -valley.co.uk The British Wildlife Photography Awards exhibition can be seen in the visitor centre at Moors Valley Country Park, near Ringwood and is free