SOLDIERS and civilians joined forces on Saturdayto clear up one of the main recreational centres in Europe's biggest Army base.

A large group of volunteers set about cleaning up Coronation Park, in Catterick Garrison, as part of an annual Community Work Day.

This year, more emphasis was made on making it a fun day for all the family, while work was being done to make it a safer and more attractive park for the community.

The three-hour session saw family entertainment, a children's bouncy castle and pony rides, as well as a free barbecue at the end of the day.