STAFF from a power tool manufacturer helped to spruce up the area around Darlington's Cocker Beck.

Employees from Husqvarna, which has a factory in Newton Aycliffe, dedicated a working day to the area to give it a much-needed makeover.

The area was chosen by Husqvarna staff to benefit from a Husqvarna Loves Parks initiative.

Almost 30 volunteers took part in clearing the area using power tools from the company.

A park bench which hadn't been seen for five years due to overgrown grassland was unearthed and brought back to life, as well as one of the park's ornamental stone archways.

The team also widened the walk ways and collected about 20 bags of litter.

Husqvarma Manufacturing Director Caraline Robinson, who also took part, said: "Helping to regenerate a popular habitat such as Cocker Beck seemed a great way for Husqvarna to give back.

”It’s been fantastic to see so many staff come out in force to dedicate their time to keeping the green spaces on their doorsteps clean, tidy and more habitable for wildlife.”

The park was chosen to benefit from the clean-up following a vote among staff.