The group isn’t just about fostering a love of art and bringing people closer together either. For the past six years Barry has coordinated members (who now number upwards of 25) to deliver food and drink hampers to the elderly and vulnerable in the Marsh Green, Kitt Green, Pemberton, Norley and Worsley Hall areas. Coun Draper said: “Barry is disabled but that hasn’t stopped him doing all this. He is a gentleman, a family man, a grafter and a real legend.”
5. Heart of the Community Award
Barry Prior was presented with the Heart of the Community award. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson
6. Marsh Green Art Group
Members of Marsh Green Art Group, Pemberton, enjoying their hobby. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson
7. Marsh Green Art Group
Mayor of Wigan Coun Kevin Anderson visits Marsh Green Art Group, to present the Heart of the Community award. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson
8. Heart of the Community award
Barry Prior was presented with the Heart of the Community award at Marsh Green Art Group, Pemberton. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson