Trust staff and volunteers came together at a celebration event on 19 February at Hardwick Hall in Sedgefield.
The County Durham Environment Awards, organised by the Environment and Climate Change Partnership, recognise the great work and commitment towards caring for the natural and built environment through sustainable innovation, design and volunteering across the county’s communities and businesses. Bringing people together to build greater community engagement and encourage positive behaviours towards our precious environment.
With nominations in three categories, the teams were delighted to walk away as winners in two and highly commended in another.
Volunteer Group of the Year
- Exmoor Pony Volunteer Wardens – Durham Wildlife Trust – HIGHLY COMMENDED
Environmental Community Action
- Community and Wildlife Church Project – WINNER
- Beach Care Volunteers – WINNER
Emily Routledge, Head of Development and Communications, said: "It was wonderful to be part of an evening that celebrated the organisations, community groups and individuals who show up, take action and go the extra mile for the natural and built environments of Durham.
Sharing the evening with colleagues and Trust volunteers who have been working on vital projects to protect and restore wildlife was a privilege. Congratulations to all of the winners and all of the highly commended entries."
