Across in neighbouring St. Lawrence's, the new Friends of St. Lawrence Park have organised a volunteer afternoon.

The volunteer group are looking for people to help in St. Lawrence Park, off Walker Road next to Hoults' Yard, with litter picking, path clearing and light gardening. If you wish to help out, then please call in on Saturday 6 October 1pm - 4pm.

For further information, or to volunteer, please contact Newcastle Parks' Rangers sarah.capes@newcastle.co.uk or michael.hancock@newcastle.co.uk,  or telephone: 0191 281 2082