Two people from Holt have been recognised in this year's King’s Birthday Honours for their outstanding contributions to the community.
John Rampling has been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to the communities of Aylmerton and Holt.
A dedicated member of Holt Rotary Club, Mr Rampling is well-known for his community work.
He made headlines last year when, at the age of 84, he joined two fellow retirees - Rod Hunt, 85, and Henry Kilvert, 70 - for a two-day charity kayaking challenge along the River Wensum.
Calling themselves the "three old men in boats", the trio raised more than £14,000 for the rural mental health charity YANA - You Are Not Alone - paddling nearly 100 miles from Sculthorpe Mill to Pulls Ferry in Norwich.
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Reflecting on his community work, he said: “It’s been a privilege to work with the community in Aylmerton to help improve amenities and encourage pride in our village.
"When we downsized and moved to Holt in 2014, somehow much the same thing has happened, largely through Holt Rotary, where innovation has been the word.”
Margaret Sheelin Cuthbert, a former headmistress from Holt, has been awarded a BEM for services to the community in north Norfolk.
British Empire Medals are awarded for exceptional contributions at a local level and are presented by lord-lieutenants on behalf of the King.
The honours lists celebrate individuals who have demonstrated commitment, leadership and dedication to public service, with many nominations coming from members of the public.
