A painting by Stephen Gray has won the Howbery Business Park's 'Art in the Park' competition.

The competition asked artists to interpret the theme of 'water in our world' and include local references.

Mr Gray, the winner of the over-18s category, created a piece of work that incorporated sea life and Howbery's wildlife and riverside setting.

The winners were announced at a ceremony in Howbery’s historic Manor House.

Jessica from Wallingford School was named as winner of the 12-18 category in the competition (Image: HR Wallingford)

In the over-18s category, highly commended awards were given to Sally Maddison for her painting of a fish survey by the Environment Agency, and to Paul Whitehouse for his piece depicting a storm over Wallingford Bridge.

In the junior categories, Amelie from Benson School (Under 12s) and Jessica from Wallingford School (12-18) were named winners.

Amelie drew a whale, and Jessica the sun over the sea, with both pieces alluding to the issue of pollution and plastic in the oceans.

Donna Bowles, Howbery Park Estates manager, said: "The judging panel was really impressed with the quality of entries.

"The artworks are not only beautifully produced but also expertly reflect our theme.

"Highlighting the role that water plays in our world is particularly important to us because the purpose of the park's owners, HR Wallingford, is to help everyone live and work sustainably with water - which is such a vital resource."