SARAH Hill of Farnham Runners has been presented with a lifetime achievement award for her longstanding high level of performance in events organised by the Union Sportive des Polices d’Europe.

During Sarah’s running career spanning 20 years she has taken part in numerous events representing the United Kingdom police. These include five Euro cross-countries, two track and field events, two marathons and one half marathon, winning two individual golds and three bronze, as well as many team medals.

“I was so surprised but am very proud to have won this award,” she said.

Sarah (pictured second from right) was recently part of the Great Britain police team competing at Kenilworth, Warwickshire in the European Police Cross Country Championships 2016.

She led her team to a silver medal, placing an excellent sixth out of 47 in the women’s race.