BLACKBURN charity Scope celebrated winning the National Volunteer of the Year Award.

Staff, customers and guests marked the success with a party and presentation at the charity's shop in Ainsworth Street.

Scope regional manager Jenn Brown and area manager Sally Hutchinson presented the Blackburn staff with a certificate of achievement.

"We are very pleased with our excellent achievement," said Calum Rigby, assistant shop manager.

Scope is a charity which raises money for people with cerebral palsy. The charity will celebrate its 50th anniversary in November.