Mont-Saint-Michel, a decaying pier and a city in the shadow of a volcano: The very best images entered into the Historic Photographer of The Year 2018 competition
This year's competition has attracted astonishing entries from amateurs and professionals who have climbed and trekked their way to snap stunning historic places from every corner of the globe. The overall winning image of the medieval island commune of Mont Saint-Michel (top left) was shot by Daniel Burton. He takes home the £1,000 prize. Entries were judged on originality, composition and technical proficiency alongside the story behind the submission and its historical impact. The judging panel of experts included broadcaster and historian Dan Snow, who said that 'this year's winning entries and submissions perfectly showcase just how stunning the history all around us can be'.