A LEDBURY woman took home a body confidence award from a national magazine for raising awareness of Crohn's Disease.
Bethany Townsend was presented the Body Confidence Queen award by Kelly Brook at a glitzy Cosmopolitan ceremony in London.
The 23-year-old from Bromsberrow, near Ledbury inspired millions after she shared a holiday snap which showed her sunbathing in a bikini with her colostomy bag on show.
The photo went viral around the world and raised awareness of the condition.
Mrs Townsend, whose parents live in Ledbury, said: "It was crazy. I am still in shock about it. It was a really good night, especially to be in a room with all the other winners."
There were five other winners on the night, which was hosted by Radio 1 DJ Fearne Cotton.
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