Richmond Park is once again spick and span after a team of 80 volunteers cleaned it of litter on a blustery and wet Sunday.
The park’s first ever “Spring Clean” event, organised by the Friends of Richmond Park (FRP) and supported by the Royal Parks, split into seven groups and covered all parts of the 2,500 acre park on March 5.
A spokesman for FRP said: “Massive thanks to all the volunteers for their hard work, to The Royal Parks for their support, and to Daniel Hearsum's Pembroke Lodge for the much-needed refreshments afterwards.
“This may well become an annual event.”
Adam Curtis, the park manager, said the litter pick focused on rubbish which had blown into the more remote areas of the park in particular.
Mr Curtis said: “Not only does litter look unsightly, but it’s also really bad for the environment. It pollutes lakes, attracts rodents and harms wildlife.
“We ask that everyone plays their part in keeping Richmond Park pristine, by ensuring they dispose of their litter responsibly.
“A huge thanks to everyone who volunteered on the day.”
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