VOLUNTEERS have been busy planting trees as part of a national initiative.

South Hill Association for Renewable Energy (SHARE) was allocated free saplings of rowan, bird cherry, hazel, pussy willow and crab apple to plant in our community.

‘I Dig Trees’ is an initiative of TCV (The Conservation Volunteers) with OVO Energy.

Last year they allocated 250,000 trees to community groups across the country.

In South Hill, volunteers gathered to prepare the area and plant saplings in Golberdon recreation field.

Callington Colts joined in before their match against Plymouth Trophyman.

Volunteers went on to plant a number of trees alongside lanes and footpaths in the parish where they will enhance the environment for residents and walkers.

Trees were also offered to local people, and many have been taken to plant in gardens and fields.

SHARE hopes the 200 saplings will mature into beautiful trees, producing flowers and fruits for wildlife, and improving the natural environment.