A nine-year-old boy from a small Buckinghamshire village has recently been given an award from international explorer and chief scout, Bear Grylls.

Henry Sinclair, from Piddington near High Wycombe, met the survival expert at the latter’s own Adventure Centre event at the NEC in Birmingham on Friday, September 23.

The all-day affair showcased those across the country who had gone out of their way to help others, with Henry being recognized in the Unsung Heroes category.

Henry Sinclair decided to set up a collection point outside his house to help those in the area get food. This began during the first lockdown period in the spring of 2020 amid the coronavirus pandemic

Henry Sinclair decided to set up a collection point outside his house to help those in the area get food. This began during the first lockdown period in the spring of 2020 amid the coronavirus pandemic

He was one of just three children to receive this unique award, after he set up a drop-off point outside his house so that his neighbours were able to donate food to those who were struggling in the first lockdown during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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The nine-year-old, who is a member of the 3rd Downley Scout Group, also spoke at his school to try and spread the word by encouraging others to donate food.

The child has even appeared on ITV and Sky television to talk about his good deeds.

On winning his award, Henry said: “I am happy to get this award from Bear Grylls, he is really cool and goes on such good adventures.

"I want to be like him when I grow up.

"Thank you to everyone in my village who keep donating food to help me help others. My Beaver Scout promise included the words.

"To be kind and helpful and my Cub Scout promise includes the words and to help other people."

Bear Grylls, who has called for more adult volunteers to help with Scout numbers, presented Henry with the award at the NEC in Birmingham on September 23 (PA)

Bear Grylls, who has called for more adult volunteers to help with Scout numbers, presented Henry with the award at the NEC in Birmingham on September 23 (PA)

"By collecting food for other people, I am actively carrying out my promise.”

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Bear Grylls added: “I’m so proud of these remarkable young people - they have shown true grit, determination and a true never give up spirit.

“To me, they’re all such deserving Unsung Heroes, who continue to use their skills, kindness, and courage to help others.

“They’re an inspiration to me and everyone around them.”