Chief Scout, Bear Grylls, congratulated Sophie Graham from Huntingdon on achieving the ultimate Scout award.

On April 21, Sophie attended a special ceremony at Windsor Castle, where she received the highest award in Scouting for adventure and skill development.

Sophie is now the recipient of the Queen's Scout Award, which is named after the late Queen Elizabeth II. 

She was awarded for her "outstanding personal achievement", which included serving the community and completing an expedition in the wild.

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At the ceremony, Sophie was joined by her fellow Scouts, as well as Chief Scout, Bear Grylls, and ambassadors Dwayne Fields, Ellie Simmonds and Megan Hines.

Bear Grylls said of Sophie's achievement: "I am so proud to celebrate the achievements of the King’s Scouts here today at Windsor.

"Gaining this award is the pinnacle of their Scouting journey.

Sophie Graham has demonstrated courage and kindness, alongside a true Never Give Up spirit, and shown Scouting values to the highest of standards.

"They’ve contributed hugely to their communities and developed many skills along the way.

"These Scouts are an inspiration to us all due to their commitment, enthusiasm and hard work - I am full of pride for every single one of them."

Dwayne Fields described Sophie as "one of our leaders of the future".

Sophie herself said: "I’ve been able to achieve something on my own, by taking my own responsibility without my parents getting me to do it – it really does give a great sense of accomplishment and achievement and I am proud!"

The annual Windsor Castle event has been held on the Sunday nearest to St George's Day since 1934, as St George is the Patron Saint of Scouting.

Over 100,000 Scouts have received the Queen's Scouts Award throughout the late monarch's 71 year reign.

Now, the award has transitioned to the King's Scout Award, in honour of King Charles III.