Malmesbury's unsung heroes were recognised at the town's annual Civic Awards.

Residents flocked to the Town Hall last night to applaud the finalists and winners of the awards.

The first award up for grabs was the the Organisation or Group of the Year, given in memory of former town councillor Paul Dove who died in 2010.

Paul's former partner Lisa Huntley presented the award and trophy, having flew from Turkey to attend the ceremony.

There were three nominee's for the award.

Malmesbury and District Twinning Association, for its hard work promoting the town and its work welcoming twin town Gien and Niebull since 1976.

The second nominee was Malmesbury River Valleys Trust for its dedicated work.

However there could only be one winner, Malmesbury Against Plastic, for its determination to to bring awareness of the pollution of single use plastic.

The second award of the night was for the Young Citizen of the Year (the John Poole Cup) presented by Sue Poole.

Following last year's disappointment that saw no nominations for the award, this year was contested by two young residents.

Oliver Campbell was nominated for his hard work at the Sue Ryder charity shop.

His commitment and enthusiasm was noted as he comes in every day after school and is said to be a popular member of the team.

But it was Francesca Fearnley who was awarded the trophy, for her inspiring work with Malmesbury Against Plastic and the impact it has had on the town.

The final award of the night was the Citizen of the Year award.

Former mayor and councillor Patrick Goldstone kindly donated the winners plate and presented the trophy.

There were five nominations for the award.

Dick Gray, for his outstanding work in Malmesbury which includes Malmesbury Foodbank and the Bell Ringers.

Sue Poole, former mayor and town councillor has helped so many in the town. 'Her selfless efforts deserve recognition'.

Sarah Wilde, leader of the town team, who without, late night Christmas shopping would have died.

And new projects soon to be announced would never have become a reality.

Andrew Woodcock, who dedicates himself to Malmesbury Abbey and is a driving force in churches together in the town.

But it was Judith Fooks who was named Citizen of the Year, for her compassionate, committed and selfless efforts to HEALS of Malmesbury, helping make a real difference to families in the town.

Judith who first volunteered at the charity for around seven years said she was 'completely overwhelmed' by the award.

A big thanks to Liz Cook for photos from the evening.