The horrific Grenfell Tower fire in June sparked a community response that inspired the nation, as people came together to offer food, shelter and comfort.

When Claire Lomas completed the Great North Run in her now famous “bionic suit”, it was hailed as one of the most incredible sporting achievements of 2016.

Inspirational cricket coach Maryam is introducing the sport to the next generation of female cricketers in Yorkshire.

The thought of riding across Australia is overwhelmingly daunting, even for the most seasoned endurance athlete. In Cornwall, though, a 13-year-old schoolboy looked at the map, shrugged his shoulders and started training for the challenge.

Isabelle fell victim to meningitis when she was seven. She was rushed to hospital, and her mum and dad were warned she might not survive.

Ella Chadwick’s life was transformed by a kidney transplant – and now she’s determined to do all she can to thank the doctors and nurses who looked after her.

When Callum’s best friend was killed in a road accident, he was determined that some good should come out of the tragedy.

It’s a dedicated football fan who will support his side come thick and thin through the harsh winds and plummeting temperatures of the British winter.

After losing his legs in a horrific crash, racing driver Billy Monger has inspired racing fans and the wider public with his incredible determination to bounce back.

British Gymnastics is currently enjoying something of a golden era – and the emergence of Taeja James, from the City of Birmingham Gymnastics club, ensures that it’s likely to continue for some time to come.