A FORMER Carmel College pupil attended a celebration in the gardens of Buckingham Palace last week to receive his Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award.

Achieving the Gold Award is a fantastic achievement and shows you have the skills, determination and mentality to succeed.

Frankie Lennon, from St Helens, along with hundreds of young people who have also achieved the award, met many inspiring people and celebrities during the day.

This included HRH Princess Beatrice who spoke to the group, with Frankie also getting to meet Harry Potter actor David Bradley, who played Mr Filch in the movie series.

Well done Frankie!