Blackburn councillor said Coronation Concert was 'unforgettable'

Councillor Vicky McGurk was named a Coronation Champion which saw her receive an invite to attend the Coronation Concert for her dedication to residents in the borough.

Blackburn South East ward representative and executive member for finance and governance travelled to Windsor Castle to take part in the celebrations on Sunday and said that the concert was an ‘amazing experience’.

Cllr Vicky McGurk with her award (Image: Blackburn with Darwen Council)

She said: “It was an unforgettable experience, the concert was wonderful and is something that I won’t forget.

“Sometimes volunteering can feel like a thankless task but being recognised made me feel appreciated for the small things that make a real difference.

“It was an event where everyone came together and regardless of your views on the Royal Family, it was amazing to see such a good job to recognise the Community Champions.

A view of the Coronation Concert held in the grounds of Windsor Castle, Berkshire, to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. (Image: PA)

“It was an amazing experience and the concert was just the icing on the cake – the nominations mean more to me.”

The concert was held in the castle’s gardens to celebrate the new King and Queen with performances from artists such as Take That, Lionel Richie, Andrea Bocelli and Katy Perry.

Councillor Vicky McGurk volunteers her time across various areas including supporting residents with benefits, housing and welfare, with Lancashire Army Cadets and she also leads and the Department of Health’s Social Mobility Network.

The Coronation Champion Medal (Image: Blackburn with Darwen Council)

Vicky is a proud advocate for diversity and inclusion and last year was instrumental in delivering the first ever Blackburn Pride.

Councillor McGurk was able to travel from Blackburn along with her husband George to celebrate being one in 500 national Coronation Champions.