The awards are split into two categories recognising achievements within the community and contributions to local heritage. These awards are then divided into three sub-categories: young people, individuals and groups.

Buxton Mountain Rescue Team are a group of volunteers who provide aid and assistance to those injured or missing in the mountains or moor lands of the Peak District National Park and surrounding areas.

For the last 44 years, the team have been available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They give talks and attend events to raise awareness of mountain safety to the public.

They ensure they have the most up-to-date equipment by holding fund raising events.

The Community Award recognises groups and individuals who put their time and energy into improving the lives of community members.

The Heritage Award highlights groups and individuals who volunteer their services to help their local heritage from village museums to biodiversity programmes and local cultural traditions to archaeological digs.