Two local volunteer groups, which are supported by many of our U3A members have been honoured with numerous awards this year – and not for the first time. Amongst other awards handed out to these groups at the RHS and North West in Bloom Awards Ceremony in Southport recently , the Maghull in Bloom Group won the Gold Award in the Best Large Town category and the Maghull Station Volunteers won the Best Railway Station Award. Chairman Nigel Winchester was was also presented with a Special Outstanding Achievement award in recognition of his work over many years as leader of the Station Volunteers.