COURAGEOUS Brownie Lucy Freeman is the leader of the pack after scooping a prestigious award.

Pretty Lucy, 10, who attends Moss Side Primary School, Leyland, won the rare Star of Merit accolade for her amazing achievements in the face of her severe disability.

Lucy (pictured) of the 8th St James Brownie group, is one of only three people to ever receive the medal and badge award, which was presented to her by guide chiefs at the group's World Thinking Day event at St Mary's Church, Leyland.

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