Mansfield Town FC owners John Radford and Carolyn Radford have been given a Special Mayoral Award in recognition of their hard work and commitment during the last 14 years in charge of the club.

Mayor Andy Abrahams presented the award before an open top bus parade as the Stags celebrated promotion to League One.

“Your dedication and investment to take the club from a non-league club in crisis into League One of the English Football League is recognised and appreciated by the residents of Mansfield and the surrounding areas,” Andy said.

“As a lifelong supporter, I am aware of how important Mansfield Town FC is to the town. The success you have brought to the club not only stimulates the local economy and gives the town national recognition, it lifts the spirits of the whole community.

“I want to take this opportunity to thank you both for the fantastic work you do with educational pathways set up through the Community Trust, work in schools and coaching, donations to food banks, supporting mental health and wellbeing, and many other local voluntary organisations.”