A group has received the highest possible award for their work in the community.

Freely Fruity, set up by friends Ryan Simpson, James Whittingham, and Matt Knight, was given the King's Award for Voluntary Service for their work in communities across Berkshire.

The group has spent the past four years planting community orchards and helping schools and neighbourhoods grow fruit and vegetables.

Mr Knight said: "It means that the work we’ve been doing for the past four years has been recognised on a national level and it helps us to continue what we’re doing already."

Freely Fruity planted its first seeds in the first Covid-19 lockdown, growing fruit and vegetables on land beside the M4 near Mr Whittingham's house.

The King's Award for Voluntary Service is the highest award given to volunteer groups in recognition of their community service.