Pupils at Gedney Hill Primary School along with police officers, teachers and members of their community, collected 12 bags of rubbish from their school grounds and the village playing field.

After the success of this event police have supported our Spalding Guardian Grot Spot campaign appeal to find people who can come together and help clean up the worst parts of their district.

PCSO Ben Harrington said: "It's important that all residents, both young and old, take pride in their village and local environment.

"It is disappointing to see that some people still don't think twice about dropping their litter or dumping their rubbish on the streets rather than taking it home or disposing of it properly."

He was impressed with the results of the Gedney Hill litter pick and says he now hopes other groups in the parishes he patrols come forward and organise similar events.

He said: "Hopefully the efforts of Gedney Hill Primary School show that people are willing to make a stand on this issue and take practical steps to ensure that their surroundings are well-maintained.

"This clearly demonstrates that the local community do take pride in their area, and by focusing on getting the message across to children we can ensure that future generations are committed to a cleaner and greener local environment."

Bags and equipment were provided by South Holland District Council, which also collected the rubbish afterwards, a service it says it will give to any group that wishes to follow suit.