Five Lancashire volunteer groups win King's Award

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 15 Nov, 06:01 · Archive

Five volunteer organisations from Lancashire have been recognised with the King's Award for Voluntary Service, the highest honour given to local voluntary groups in the UK. They are among 250 national charities and volunteer groups receiving the award this year.

The five Lancashire winners are Accrington Stations Adoption Group (Stations of Welcome), St Annes Football Club, the Volunteer Team at Hoole Village Memorial Hall, Trawden Forest Community Centre, Library & Shop, and Aawaz, Accrington. Accrington Stations Adoption Group brings together South Asian Muslim women to improve their local station and strengthen community ties, cleaning the platform weekly and creating artwork and floral displays. St Annes Football Club provides inclusive sporting opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds, whilst the Volunteer Team at Hoole Village Memorial Hall works to reduce loneliness and promote wellbeing. Trawden Forest Community Centre has revitalised its village through a thriving community hub.

Each group will receive a certificate signed by the King and a commemorative crystal, presented by Lord-Lieutenant of Lancashire Amanda Parker at an awards ceremony at County Hall in Preston. Amanda Parker said she was 'delighted' with the groups, adding that each is 'making an important contribution to its community'. Two volunteers from each group will also be invited to attend a Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace in 2027, alongside other recipients of this year's award.

How it is being reported

• 5 Lancashire volunteer groups honoured with King’s Award for Voluntary ServiceFive volunteer groups from Lancashire have been honoured with the King’s Award for Voluntary Service.Lancashire Telegraph · 15 Nov, 05:00
• Five Lancashire groups among King's Award winnersThe organisations are receiving the highest award given to local voluntary groups.BBC Lancashire · 14 Nov, 15:32

In this story: Lancashire · King's Award for Voluntary Service · Amanda Parker · Accrington Stations Adoption Group · St Annes Football Club · Trawden Forest Community Centre, Library & Shop · Aawaz · Hoole Village Memorial Hall

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