A COMMUNITY group which is committed to improving a Leigh park is in need of gardening gear.

The Friends of Lilford Park's efforts to tidy up flowerbeds and pathways are being hampered by a shortage of equipment such as trowels, gardening gloves and wheelbarrows.

If you can help, email friendsof.lilfordpark@ aol.com and the group will arrange collection.

The group is holding its annual meeting at 7pm tomorrow at the Compassion in Action offices, Patrick House, Leigh, and welcomes new members.