A tree planting event took place in Ecclesfield to improve the biodiversity in the park. 

The community forestry team at Sheffield City Council ran the event on Wednesday and local residents volunteered to help with the planting. 

Local Labour councillor, Craig Gamble Pugh and city council candidate, Bridget Kelly also took part in the event.

Mr Pugh said: “Things like this are a simple way local people can come and get involved.

“I think there’s a really big need for planting more trees. I think the more trees we can plant across the city the better.” 

The event consisted of planting four large trees known as heavy standards alongside the main footpath. 

The hope is that these trees are the beginning of increasing the amount of green spaces across Sheffield.