AN 82-year-old “Wrabness legend” has been recognised for her enthusiasm and energy.

Railway station adopter Julia Prigg received the Personal Contribution Award at Greater Anglia’s Station Adoption Awards.

In the space of a decade she has helped transform the station gardens from ignored patches of land to extremely well-maintained bits of land.

Mrs Prigg said: “I was totally surprised and thrilled to bits.

“It was totally unexpected, but I love what I do.

“I’ve always loved gardening and love the social aspect of being in the station garden as there are always so many visitors.”

Terri Ryland, rail partnership officer, said: “She is constantly moving, always enhancing the station garden, ensuring it looks perfect for everyone to enjoy, from residents to tourists from afar, often working in the station garden from dawn until dusk.

“She is a true legend for Wrabness.”