Lancaster City Council has launched a new flower bed sponsorship scheme which will appeal to local businesses who want to get noticed and take pride in the district at the same time.

The council plants and maintains a large number of public flower beds across the district, most of which are in prominent locations.

The beds are landscaped with colourful floral displays and interesting shrubs and help to enhance the natural beauty of our local area.

22 flower beds in Morecambe have been identified as ideal sites for sponsorship by local businesses including Happy Mount Park, West End Gardens and various beds along the promenade including those at the Eric Morecambe statue.

Companies will be able to raise their profile by having a sign displayed in a flower bed which will promote their business, whilst helping towards the annual maintenance of the bed.

• Anyone who is interested should contact the council’s Public Realm Officer, Helen Ryan for more information on 01524 582822 or by emailing hryan@lancaster.gov.uk