Burntwood goes yellow in honour of Stephen Sutton

Stephen Sutton died a year ago today Credit: PA

Residents of Burntwood in Staffordshire are tying yellow ribbons all over the town in memory of Stephen Sutton MBE.

Today marks a year since the death of the teenager, who raised almost five million pounds for the Teenage Cancer Trust.

Stephen's mother Jane says the ribbons will be a symbol of the community's 'grief, love and unity'.

Teenage Cancer Trust and the community group Turn Burntwood Yellow, are inviting local people and those inspired by Stephen’s Story to a special event at Chasetown Football Club, at 5pm today to celebrate his life.

The gathering will include a tribute ‘thumbs up’ moment, a yellow balloon release and a book of reflections for people to sign.

Yellow ribbons were also tied around Lichfield town centre before Stephen Sutton's funeral last year Credit: PA
The Queen presents Jane Sutton with her son's MBE Credit: PA

A collection of Stephen’s awards will also be on display, including his Pride of Britain Award and MBE.