In 1997, Ponteland Town Council began to make awards to individuals in the parish area who they felt went ‘the extra mile’ for the community. Since then awards have been made to a wide range of individuals such as scout and guide leaders, former police officers, organisers of community events, work with local organisations etc.
The awards are made at the Annual Meeting of Town Electors held in April each year. Recipients are presented with an engraved gift by the Mayor.
Some 22 awards have been made since the inception of the scheme in 1997.
David Usher 2023
Leslie Dodd 2022
Derek Deans 2020-2021
Gordon Allan 2019
Ms Lucinda Porter 2018
Mr Bruce Grant 2017
Val & Peter Riley 2016
Rob Anderson 2015
David Cobb 2014
Andrew Morgan 2013
June Reed 2012
Margaret Stainsby 2011
Andy Anderson 2010
Ann Piper 2009
Jon Gray 2008
Father Vincent Melia 2007
Mr & Mrs R Walker 2006
Muriel Sobo 2005
June Colvin 2004
Rosemary Jackson 2003
Dick Dodsworth 2002
Mrs E White 2001
Marie Brydone 2000
Dr T Barlow 1999
Mr & Mrs Bennett 1998
Michael Taylor 1997