For thirty years, Arthur Edwards has photographed the Royal Family for ‘The Sun’ Newspaper.

He’s been there for some of the most memorable and poignant times, catching both intimate portraits and more candid shots when protocol and the mask of duty slips to reveal the true personalities behind the famous faces.

He has seen the Royal Family evolve and change throughout the years and has a wealth of knowledge and stories, both funny and emotional which he will be sharing in an exclusive event to be held at St Peter’s High School, Burnham on Crouch.

Mr Edwards, a friend of Burnham on Crouch RNLI’s Floating Boathouse Appeal Patron Ray Clark, has agreed to hold ‘An Evening with Arthur Edwards’ on the 24 March 2010, with proceeds going to the appeal.

He’ll be chatting about his experiences and travels with the Royals, including Princess Diana and Prince Charles, Princes William and Harry and the Queen and Queen Mother. He was awarded the MBE by the Queen for services to journalism & was then asked by her a week later why he wasn’t wearing it!

Claire Rawlinson, Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer said ‘We are honoured that Arthur has offered to give up his time to come and tell us his stories. He has a wealth of knowledge and a fantastic insight into the Royal family that the general public never see. We’re thoroughly looking forward to it!’

Tickets are £5 each and can be purchased on the door and at Jacaranda, 153 Station Road, Burnham. Doors open at 7:30 for an 8:00pm start but please arrive early to avoid disappointment.