Greater Anglia has recognised its ‘very special’ volunteers in Cambridgeshire who have been working to bring their local rail stations to the heart of their communities.

They include Peter Townrow of Manea station who was singled out for a Special Award for the work he and his team of helpers have carried out over the last 10 years which has dramatically changed the appearance of the station and transformed its standing in the community.

Greater Anglia has recognised its ‘very special’ volunteers in Essex, who have been working to bring their local rail stations to the heart of their communities.

Across the county local people have banded together to tackle unloved areas of their local stations, transforming them with stunning floral displays or creating gardens from wastelands to create a source of community pride.

Greater Anglia has recognised its ‘very special’ volunteers in Norfolk and Suffolk, who have been working to bring their local rail stations to the heart of their communities.

They include Sue Cox, of Somerleyton station, who was singled out for the love and care she has bestowed on the Suffolk station for the past 20 years, delighting local people and visitors alike with floral displays, and creating an eco-friendly haven for wildlife along the platforms.