A YORK vet nurse has been presented with an award in honour of Yorkshire vet and author James Herriot.
Ellie Tomlinson studied Veterinary Nursing at Askham Bryan college, and in June was given the Special Award of Best Practical Veterinary Nursing Student by the James Herriot Legacy Fund, which is based World of James Herriot visitor attraction in Thirsk.
The centre’s boss Ian Ashton presented the prize at Askham Bryan’s annual graduation and awards ceremony.
He said: “I’m so pleased to have been able to present this award to Ellie as it recognises her efforts and commitment to the care of animals which is why James Herriot joined the veterinary profession. The Award is one step in her career progress and hopefully this will support Ellie in her future work and like the many others who have been inspired by the James Herriot books, TV series and films.”
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the author’s birth.
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