Community groups, organisations, schools and individuals were honoured with awards across seven categories in what is now the event’s 15th year.
Representatives of all shortlisted entries attended the event at The Alnwick Garden hosted by BBC Radio Newcastle presenter Anna Foster, with awards presented by The Duchess of Northumberland
Cllr John Riddle, cabinet member for Environment and Rural at Northumberland County Council, said: “Once again all the entries should be very proud of their work - they are fantastic examples of communities working together across our beautiful county.”
“While these awards are now in their 15th year, the efforts of volunteers, local community groups and individuals to improve their local environment is invaluable in our county and it’s been great to recognise them through these awards.”
Winners
Schools Go Smarter Sustainable Travel Award – Ellington Primary School and Stannington First School
Best Children’s Project – Stannington First School
Best Young People’s Project – Bede Academy
Best Urban Project – Northumberland Community Enterprise: The One Sky Project
Best Coast or Countryside Project – Cresswell Pele Tower CIO
Best Community Response to Climate Change Emergency Project – Full Circle Food Project
Outstanding Individual Awards – Jennifer Page (Hexham), Alan Winlow (Rothbury) and Helen Hindson (Seghill)
5. Ellington School
Ellington Primary School won a Schools Go Smarter Sustainable Travel Award for its Walking Bus initiative. Photo: NCC
6. Stannington School
Stannington First School won a Schools Go Smarter Sustainable Travel Award for its work encouraging pupils and families to enjoy a sustainable journey to school. Photo: NCC
8. Northumberland Community Enterprise: The One Sky Project
The One Sky Project embodies a deep and active love for Northumberland, particularly the community of Stobhill in Morpeth. Photo: NCC