Recognition for Bronte museum's learning programme

The museum has received the Sandford Award, from the Heritage Education Trust.

Awards lead assessor Lucy Hockley visited the parsonage earlier this year, observing school workshops, reviewing documents, inspecting resources and interviewing staff and volunteers.

In her report, she described the museum as a "rich environment for learning" and its offering as a "truly memorable experience".

Sue Newby, learning officer at the museum, says: "It has always felt a great pleasure and privilege for me to work with learners here.

"The Bronte sisters were remarkable women with a creative genius, and I feel very lucky to help share their legacy with pupils and students of all ages."

Museum director, Rebecca Yorke, said the team was "extremely pleased and proud" to receive the award.

She added: "Learning is at the heart of the Bronte Parsonage Museum.

"We are home to a powerful story and world-class collection, and we value learning as a two-way process where our visitors and audiences bring their own unique responses to the experience.

"We're extremely pleased and proud to be given the Sandford Award."

A presentation ceremony will take place at Kensington Palace in December.