Repeat honour for the Carron eco-heroes

Communities Along The Carron Association (CATCA) won the Conservation and the Environment category for the second year running for their sterling local endeavours.

The judging panel praised the grass roots volunteer group’s commitment and dedication to the regeneration of the River Carron and surrounding areas for the benefit of local residents.

The Falkirk team collected their award from comedian Fred Macaulay at a glittering awards ceremony at Edinburgh’s Dynamic Earth venue.

The Scottish Rural Awards are the ultimate benchmark of success in Scotland’s countryside, highlighting the enterprise, skill and innovation of those who live and work in rural areas.

The Scottish Rural Awards are billed as the ultimate benchmark of success in Scotland’s countryside, highlighting the enterprise, skill and innovation of those who live and work in rural areas.

Finalists in each of the open categories cover every aspect of rural life, from agriculture and food production, to conservation, education and tourism.