The Cornwall Heritage Trust is looking to reward an unsung hero or heroine who gives their time and energy as a volunteer and has made a significant contribution to Cornwall’s heritage.

The trust is currently inviting nominations from heritage organisations for the The Sir Richard Trant Memorial Award 2017, with applications received until May 31.

The trust said: "Sir Richard Trant was a Cornishman of extraordinary talents, after a very distinguished career in the army he retired to his beloved Cornwall and dedicated his remaining years helping to promote Cornwall’s heritage both in Cornwall and much further afield."

The award is open to all organisations in the heritage field to nominate a suitable candidate, and each nomination should be supported by a recommendation from a senior member of the organisation outlining the nominee’s outstanding contribution to the preservation and promotion of Cornwall’s heritage.

Letters of support can be provided from people with first-hand knowledge of the nominee who can endorse their contribution or supply additional information.

The Heritage Champion will be presented with the award, comprising a trophy and a cheque for £500, at the Trust’s annual general meeting in September 2017.

For an application form contact the Cornwall Heritage Trust office, and all nominations should be sent to: Mrs C Woolcock, Administrator, Cornwall Heritage Trust, 5 Kerns House, Threemilestone Industrial Estate, Truro, TR4 9LD.

You can also call 01872 224014 or email info@cornwallheritagetrust.org