A VOLUNTEER who runs a toddler group in Ronkswood has been given an award.

Mel Eastwood volunteers on YSS South Worcestershire Parenting and Community Development Service, which the charity helps deliver on behalf of Action for Children.

She was recently named the Outstanding Volunteer Runner Up in the Stephenson Awards for Action for Children volunteers.

Prior to the coronavirus lockdown, Mel ran a toddler group every Tuesday alongside a baby weigh in clinic with the health visitor at Worcester Community Trust, Ronkswood Centre.

Mel said: “Volunteering gives me a sense of purpose and brings back the community spirit that we lack so much these days. I have made some wonderful friends.”