Woodland gets new benches and fitness equipment

Friends of Yeo Valley Woodland received a £6,000 donation towards the new additions

New benches and fitness equipment have been installed in woodland in north Devon, the council has said.

North Devon Council said new oak benches and trim trial equipment were installed at Yeo Valley Woodland, in Barnstaple, thanks to a donation.

The council said the former Frankmarsh and Gorwell Community Association donated £6,000 to the Friends of Yeo Valley Woodland which said the new additions made the woodland more welcoming and accessible for visitors looking to relax or be active.

Lead member for climate and biodiversity councillor Ricky Knight said it was a "fantastic example of local people investing in the future of their community".