VOLUNTEERS are asked to step forward to helped create a cleaner greener future for Bury.

Sustrans - short for sustainable transport, a national movement promoting walking, cycling and horse riding -is staging a clean-up in one of Bury's popular beauty spots.

And it is asking for helpers to come out in force and join its volunteers.

Robert Trueblood made a call at this evening's Bury West Township Forum for people to take part in Daisyfield Community Clean-up, a well used route, while raising the profile of the national cycle network it forms part of.

He said: "Route 6 is a underpromoted feature of Bury, you can enter the town near Agecroft and exit through Ramsbottom.

"It is for walkers, horse riders and young people use it."

He added:"We have selected the Daisyfield area and in a week's time we would very much like help to make a difference."

Equipment will be provided to sweep, cutback and litter pick, and everyone is welcome.

The clean-up operation will take place on Tuesday, January 24 from 10am to 2.30pm, with helpers being asked to meet near the old Florence Nightingale Hospital.

For more information email volunteers-north@sustrans.org.uk or ring 0161 923 6050.