Volunteers plant 200 saplings at university

Architecture students and academics were pictured with Estates team members at the Springfield campus in Wolverhampton

More than 200 young trees have been planted at the University of Wolverhampton in a bid to boost its green spaces.

Students, staff and visitors collaborated to plant the saplings which were provided free by the Woodland Trust charity.

The saplings would enhance spaces on its urban campuses in Wolverhampton and Walsall, creating habitats for wildlife and improving air quality, the university said.

Planting days offered people an opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the mental health benefits of outdoor activity, it said.

At the Walsall campus, there were visitors from the Hive College and students from the Faculty of Education, Health and Wellbeing.

Students from the School of Architecture and Built Environment joined the effort at the Springfield site.