SLIDESHOW: Ashfield District Council awards night helps put the pride back in the district

A number of awards were handed out to hard-working citizens and busineses who have all played their part in helping make Ashfield a better place to live.

Bakkavor Welcome Foods won the Business of the Year honour for their work with Sutton Job Centre to boost employment in the town.

The firm, which has more than 250 employees, supplies child and ambient sauces to supermarkets across the country.

Other award winners included Home Start for their work in supporting the Sutton community.

Members of the Portland Path Project were also left celebrating after they were awarded the Rural Group of the Year award.

Philip Marshall, Chief Executive, Ashfield District Council said: “It is always a pleasure to be part of this wonderful event aimed at celebrating and recognising the best of Ashfield. “What makes the ceremony even more special is that nominees are chosen by residents

themselves making this an event for the people by the people.

“Each award is given to an individual or group for making a difference by their contributions not just to their communities but also to the district.”