A LOCAL womens' football club recently received an award from the Queen for voluntary services.

Wargrave Women and Girls Football Club (WWGFC) was honoured in recognition of their outstanding work in the community.

The accolade is the highest award given to voluntary groups across the UK to recognise exceptional service within their communities, and is equivalent to the MBE.

On September 10, nine representatives from WWGFC attended a Lord Lieutenants presentation ceremony in Reading Town Hall, where they were presented with Her Majesty's prestigious award.

Minister for Civil Society and Sport, Mims Davies, said: "Volunteers make an incredible difference to so many people’s lives and their communities.

"These prestigious awards recognise the wonderful work being done by many voluntary organisations across the country.

"I’d like to offer my sincere congratulations to all the worthy winners for their continued hard work and dedication."

Chairman Bob Austen expressed his delight at the Queens award, which will help to further the club's efforts in encouraging younger girls to take up the game and most importantly, to have fun as a team.