GUARDIAN photographer Dave Gillespie's pictures are so sought after, they come with Royal approval.

He visited the Brainwave Centre in Birchwood last Wednesday to cover the visit of HRH Sophie The Countess of Wessex.

And the Palace was so impressed, they asked him to send them his pictures from the day for official use.

The Countess is President of Brainwave, which was celebrating its fifth birthday in Warrington.

Brainwave community manager Joanne Freeman said: "The day was a celebration of the centre’s fifth anniversary and an opportunity to say 'Thank You' to all our loyal supporters.

"HRH, The Countess of Wessex, was charming to all and enjoyed meeting all the children and families."

Brainwave’s next fundraising event is a Santa dash on December 7, starting at Birchwood Shopping centre. For entry details visit brainwave.org.uk.