ROSSENDALE property group Hurstwood has won national recognition for one of its luxury developments.

The company scooped the five star award for Best Lancashire Development for Leabank Country Estate, in Rawtenstall, at an awards ceremony in Grosvenor House, London.

The Daily Mail UK Property award accolade has thrilled Trevor Ashworth, Hurstwood's group director.

He said: "For Leabank to be recognised at this level is an incredible achievement.

"I am very proud of the outstanding development, and the team who have worked so hard to make it such a spectacular success."