NANTWICH Museum has recognised a loyal supporter as an unsung hero of the town.

President Robert Stones presented the Walter and Ada Dutton Prize to one-time museum trustee Molly Stone, who has supported the museum for several years.

Molly has been closely involved in all aspects of the museum's management and the governance of schools in Nantwich and Crewe.

The Dutton Prize, which includes a magnificent medal, was endowed by medal-maker Ron Dutton in memory of his parents Alderman and Mrs Dutton.

Each year since 1990 the museum board has been able to nominate for the prize unsung heroes regarded as making an extraordinary contribution to the life of the town.

The evening concluded with a talk by Martin Varley, director of conservation at Cheshire Wildlife Trust, who outlined the work of the trust with particular reference to the reintroduction of the white-faced darter dragonfly into Delamere Forest.