A RED oak symbolises the transformation of a rubbish filled garden into a stunning new park.
On Tuesday Atherton's dedicated Bridgers group celebrated 'Environment Week' with a planting ceremony to mark pleasing changes to Central Park alongside Hamilton Street.
A landscaped section of the park has been replanted with the oak tree and crocus bulbs replacing a rubble filled garden strewn with litter and broken glass. Twenty five tonnes of rubble was sremoved from the site.
Mike Berry, the borough's Parks Community Liaison Officer, says: "With help from local people and councillors, an eyesore has been replaced by a green oasis which will be a blanket of colour come Spring. The park is 90 years old and the red oak is a splendid tree which we hope will develop and grow for the next 90 years."
Councillor Susan Loudon said: "The Bridgers are local people who really put their back into making the Howe Bridge area look great. We are delighted to support this work with £400 from our Brighter Borough fund."
A supportive Reverend Derek Simpson from St Michael's and All Angels' Church at Howe Bridge said: "The planting of this splendid tree is symbolic of the re-birth of community spirit here. I'm delighted to be involved."
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