Five scouts have been awarded the highest honour in scouting at Windsor Castle.

Sophie Richings, Amy Alles-Jackson, Bradley Parker, Charlie Barnes and Lizzie Davidson have all been awarded the Queen’s Scouts Award for their work with the group.

They were awarded on April 26 at the castle by Chief Scout, Bear Grylls.

Ms Richings, of Bush Hill Park, said: “Scouting has enabled me to travel the world, from expeditions in the Scottish Highlands and Canadian Rockies to working with communities in Kenya.

“I started out as a Young Leader for Cub Scouts in Enfield. It’s so rewarding to be able to have a positive impact on the local community and inspire the next generation to seek out adventure.”

Ms Davidson, 18, from Clay Hill, added: "Working towards my Queen's Scout Award has been an incredible journey.

“It's been the most challenging and rewarding thing I have ever done and my personal journey has taught me a great deal about myself.  My expedition through the Brecon Beacons was an unforgettable adventure of both physical and mental challenge, with a great team and utterly breath-taking views. 

“I am most proud of the work I undertook as part of my residential challenge.  After three weeks with my team we set up a 'local heroes' project.”

The five Enfield scouts made up some of the 500 that were given the honour and has been an annual ceremony since 1934.

Chief Scout Bear Grylls said: "All these young people have lived the adventure of a lifetime to achieve their Queen’s Scout Awards, and I admire that spirit so much.  They are huge inspirations to the other 550,000 Scouts in the UK and I am so pleased that both Scouting has honoured them today. They are amazing.”