Community can finally celebrate after labour of love to restore country park

THE the completion of a three-year restoration project at Stover Country Park has been marked by the unveiling of a commemorative granite plinth, a new woodland and a celebration of the area's history.

- by STAFF REPORTER

The unveiling of a plinth marked the culmination of the three-year-long Restoring Stower Park Project.

(Devon County Council)

The Restoring Stover Park Project has seen more than £4.2 million invested in the park, which marks the biggest programme of improvement at Stover for generations.

Over the three years, volunteers have played a vital role in the project, contributing more than 5,500 hours caring for Stover's wildlife and heritage.

The project has delivered new and improved facilities, restored historic features, improved paths and trails, and carried out major work to improve Stover Lake for its wildlife.

It has also helped more people enjoy the park through education, volunteering and community activities.

Earlier this month, invited guests including funders, contractors, community partners and volunteers, attended an event at the park to mark the achievement.