The sixth annual Borough of Broxbourne Awards took place on Thursday 5 March at The Spotlight in Hoddesdon.
The event recognises individuals and organisations that make a significant impact to the local community and was hosted by TV and radio broadcaster Jeremy Nicholas.
Many nominations for this year’s awards were received and eleven were chosen as the winners.
Adam and Alexandra Whiting, who created the ‘As Seen on Bury Green’ community social media page, bringing together more than 2,000 residents and helping organise local activities such as litter picks.
Alison Gordon and Leone Rayner, who for decades have supported the voluntary arts sector in Broxbourne through their work with BArts, creating opportunities for creativity and participation across the Borough.
Barry Cressey, President of the Goffs Oak Community Association, who has led the group for more than 14 years and helped organise major community events including the Summer Fayre and Remembrance Day commemorations.
Kelly Matthews, founder of The James Foundation, which supports families experiencing baby loss by providing emotional, practical and financial support.
Malcolm Briggs, long serving Chair of the Wormley and Turnford Society, who has spent many years representing residents and supporting the local community.
Marjorie Boulton, a dedicated volunteer with Love Hoddesdon Events and Promotions and the Friends of Barclay Park, helping organise events and promote community activities.
Pat Higgins, a committed member of St Mary’s Church who runs the church coffee morning, supports church activities and serves as a Governor at St Mary’s Secondary School.
Sporting Aid CIC, an organisation providing free sports sessions for young people, helping improve health, confidence and community connections.
Sheila Farmer, a former Hertfordshire Maths Adviser who continues to support education and the community through volunteering, including serving as a school governor and CHEXS trustee.
Siobhan Ferrandes, founding member and Event Director of the Barclay Park parkrun, who has spent more than ten years organising weekly events and coordinating volunteers.
Jack Ferris, winner of the Dame Marion Roe ‘Young Citizen of the Year’ award, who coaches grassroots youth football teams while working as a youth support worker for CHEXS, supporting young people in the community.
The Leader of Broxbourne Borough Council, Councillor Corina Gander, said:
These awards highlight and recognise the work that people from all walks of life contribute to the Borough and its residents; every individual and community group that has been nominated is deserving.
The Mayor of Broxbourne Council, Councillor Patsy Spears, said:
I am honoured to be here presenting to those who are so dedicated to making Broxbourne a better place.
The awards were sponsored by Love Hoddesdon, Fishpools, SCC, Pharmaron, Liberata, City & County Developments, Google, Danaher & Walsh, VolkerWessels UK and B3 Living.