The Victoria Centre in Nottingham has crowned Laura Spies as one of three winners in its “Heroes of Nottingham” summer campaign – a celebration of everyday individuals making an extraordinary impact on the local community.
The first winner, Laura, has been recognised for her unwavering dedication to giving back to the community. Over the past year, she’s supported local charities like John Eastwood Hospice and Footprints, joined charity football matches and donated Easter Eggs to children in need. She has also raised £600 for Cancer Research UK through the Race for Life. Recently crowned Miss Nottinghamshire Great Britain, Laura’s ongoing kindness and commitment to fundraising have made her a true local inspiration.
As a winner, Laura received a £250 gift card for a retailer of her choice at Victoria Centre, a professional photoshoot inside John Lewis’s Style Studio, including hair by Allertons and make-up by Charlotte Tilbury, and a starring role in the centre’s summer campaign – appearing across digital screens and social media.
Laura said: “It’s such an honour to be recognised like this. I love giving back and doing what I can for the community but never expect anything in return, so this means a lot to me. Representing Nottingham has been such a privilege – it’s a fabulous city with fabulous people!”
Nigel Wheatley, Centre Director at Victoria Centre commented: “Laura truly embodies the spirit of this campaign. She is passionate, selfless and dedicated to making Nottingham a better place. We’re thrilled to have her as one of our Heroes of Nottingham.”
The Heroes of Nottingham competition will continue throughout August, with two more winners announced in the coming weeks.
