Entries have been opened for the Amazing Ashton Awards at Ladysmith Shopping Centre to celebrate amazing people in the local community.

There are eight categories to enter which are:

Spirit of Youth

Charity Fundraiser

Employee of the Year

Market Trader of the Year

The Community Local Hero Award

Shaping the Future Award

Local Business Award

Carer of the Year

Entries will close on the 2nd September. Finalists will be announced in October with the Awards ceremony being held on Thursday, 21st November. Congratulations to Sam Robinson for organising this brilliant initiative and good luck to all the nominees!