Barry Smith (right) has made an unlikely friend in the form of Bill Stanley (left), a retired 1960s pop star who went from touring the world to living with crippling agoraphobia and depression.
Amid a weekend of celebrations for King Charles s coronation in May, volunteers will be honoured for their unsung efforts (Pictured: Preeti Shetty who volunteers at a lunch club for over-60s).
The Coronation Champions Awards, organised by the Royal Voluntary Service (RVS), will celebrate those who go the extra mile in their communities during this historic year of celebration.
ROBERT HARDMAN: We all know someone who has gone the extra mile in helping us or others. So, as the Coronation approaches, let s ensure they have a very special reason to remember it.