Totton residents are being urged to roll up their sleeves to help make an exciting new facility even better.

Green-fingered residents are needed to help plant a woodland at the recently opened community arts centre in Totton.

The aim of the project being held this Sunday is to create a haven for wildlife at the Hanger Farm Arts Centre that everybody can enjoy.

People will be asked to plant trees and shrubs, including oak, pine, hazel, alder and cherry, under the expert guidance of the British Trust for Conservation Volunteers.

The woodland will complement the other facilities at the Hanger Farm site which include; an arts centre, open air tennis courts, a paddling pool, play area, footpaths and cycle ways.

The centre, which was built from a restored 18th century timber-framed barn, seats more than 100 people and includes a gallery, rehearsal room, modern bar, foyer and has disabled access.

Wild flowers will be planted later in the spring to further the area's conservation interest.

Work to restore and preserve the historic buildings at Hanger Farm was part of a long-term project by New Forest District Council and Totton and Eling Town Council.

"I am sure many people will be keen to muck in and add their own touch to Hanger Farm," said leader of New Forest District Council, Cllr Mel Kendal.

"Everyone is welcome. Even if you plant one tree you can feel that you have made a lasting contribution to the 'greening' of your own local environment."

The planting takes place this Sunday from 10am until 2pm at the centre off Aikman Lane in West Totton.