Blidworth-based R.E.A.L. Education has netted a £1,000 windfall.

Mansfield Town Football Club entered R.E.A.L. for an FA Community Award, and the Football Association has awarded R.E.A.L. £1,000 to support its work with young people.

Paul Nyland, commercial manager at Mansfield Town, said: “Mansfield Town is delighted to choose R.E.A.L. Education as the recipient of the FA Community Fund due to its fantastic work and delivery with young people in our area. We are proud of our association with R.E.A.L. Education, whose endeavours have lasting benefits for young people in this area.”

Richard Smith, joint managing director at R.E.A.L. added: “Our thanks go to all at the football club for their continued support, helping us to provide young people with positive pathways for a great future.”