FAMILIES who want to make their community a more attractive place to live are being urged to step out in force in Vange on Friday, April 25, and join in a spring clean up.

The community event is set to take place from 10am to 3pm to give Kent View Recreation Ground, off Paslowes, a much-needed makeover.

A similar event held at the park in February saw more than two lorry-loads of rubbish being carted away. It's hoped tomorrow's clean up will see even more litter being removed for good.

The event is run by Groundwork South Essex's Greengrid task force, working in partnership with St George's Community Housing.

Workers from Groundwork South Essex - a charity trust set up to improve local communities across the county - will lead the work, but volunteers who want to lend a hand clearing litter and removing weeds are needed to join in.

Participants can stay for the whole day or for just a few hours, and tools and refreshments will be provided.

The day will see residents helping to remove scrub and litter from the park to help make it a beauty spot for all to enjoy.

A further event to finish the clear up will be on Thursday, May 8.

Anyone wanting to help out tomorrow should meet at the park entrance at 10am.

For more information about the event call Jackie Humberstone on 01268 752368.