THE business brain behind a restored medieval town house in the centre of York has won an award in recognition of his work.

Geoff Taylor has been named the Regional Advisor of the Year at the Creative Learning Champions award ceremony in Leeds for his help at Barley Hall.

He has already donated his £500 prize money towards the cost of new furniture at the hall.

Manager Sophie Foster said: "We are delighted with our prize. Geoff has put in a lot of time and effort and we are pleased his hard work has been rewarded.