NOMINATIONS can now be made for this year's Sport Tynedale Awards. 

The annual event will take place on Sunday December 9 at Hexham's Wentworth Leisure Centre.

The prestigious awards have been a key date on the district's sporting calndar for 45 years. 

They recognise the sporting achievement of individuals, teams and coaches.

This year, Hexham’s biggest employer has thrown its weight behind the event, with chipboard specialists Egger UK appointed as new sponsor.

Chairman Edward Heslop said: "Once again we've had another exceptional year for sport in the district, and we are looking forward to receiving the nominations. 

"To stand a chance of winning an award in one of several categories, you must first be nominated by someone."

The window for nominations is now open. It will close on October 30. For more information visit www.sport-tynedale.co.uk