On Sunday 6th April 2003, Les Tucker was awarded a Diploma of Honour at the West of England Championships, Riviera Centre, Torquay, "in recognition of an outstanding contribution to the Brass Band movement through the teaching of musicians". The Diploma was conferred by the Master Wardens and Court of Assistants of the Worshipful Company of Musicians. The presentation was made by Mr. Frank Renton, conductor of Camborne Town Band, who were winners in the Championship Section that afternoon.