A long-serving honorary treasurer has been honoured in Winchester.

Fred Lyon,  honorary treasurer for the Winchester Excavations Committee for 27 years, was recently honoured upon his retirement.

During his tenure, Fred played a crucial role in the publication of numerous volumes in the internationally renowned Winchester Studies series.

This series documented the archaeological history of the city, a task undertaken by Martin Biddle and his fellow archaeologists.

Volumes continue to be worked on, a testament to the financial stability overseen by Fred.

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Fred Lyon, in the tartan shirt, was honoured for his impact on Winchester (Image: Supplied) Fred has also held the position of assistant director of finance at the city council.

In recognition of his service, he was presented with a silver King John penny, a historical artifact dating back to approximately 1205-1207.

The penny was minted in Winchester by a moneyer named Iohan and was ceremonially given to Fred by the mayor, Cllr Russell Gordon-Smith, at a small gathering of the Winchester Excavations Committee.

The presentation took place in the upper room of Abbey House, with the Lady Mayoress, Dinah Ashcroft, in attendance.

Fred's contributions have significantly impacted the city's archaeological documentation and financial governance, leaving a lasting legacy in Winchester's history.