Ten years of vital service to the community of Bolton saw one Christian charity awarded a royal award.

CreateBolton a group of volunteers based in the borough, was awarded The King's Award for Voluntary Service in November.

The accolade is the highest award a local voluntary group can receive in the UK and is equivalent to an MBE.

Recipients are announced annually on November 14, the King’s birthday.

Andrew Kilpatrick, lead officer at CreateBolton, said at the time: “I am delighted that our group’s work has been recognised, we can’t do what we do without our volunteers, they mean everything to us and to those they support.”

The cause is one of 262 local charities, social enterprises, and voluntary groups to receive the prestigious award in November last year.

Representatives of CreateBolton will receive the award crystal and certificate from Diane Hawkins Lord-Lieutenant of Greater Manchester in the summer.

In addition, two volunteers from the organisation will attend a garden party at Buckingham Palace in May and June, along with other recipients of this year’s Award.

The King’s Award for Voluntary Service aims to recognise outstanding work by volunteer groups to benefit their communities.

It was created in 2002 to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee and, following his accession, King Charles emphasised his desire to continue the Award.

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