Work is well under way on a community garden in Heysham to remember a much-loved little boy who died in a gas explosion at his home.
George's Forget-me-not Garden is being built in memory of two-year-old George Hinds who died in the explosion on Mallowdale Avenue on May 16 2021.
Local companies and volunteers are rallying round to donate time and materials to help create the garden on the site of George's house which was destroyed in the blast.
George's nanna Janice Studholme said she hopes it can be a quiet, interactive and educational space for people to come and visit.
"I think little George would have loved this, he loved being outside and playing about," she said.
LISTEN to Janice Studholme, project manager Kev Wilson, and Alison Bell from Roocroft
George Hinds
Early groundwork has been taking place at the site, project managed by Kev Wilson who runs a building company in Heysham.
Kev said he hoped the land can be ready for community planting next spring, appealing for more volunteers to come forward to lighten the load.
"We've got a long way to go but we're moving forward and the more help we can get the quicker it will be," he said.
"It will be really nice to get this garden in ship shape for spring next year when we can bring kids in and they can all start doing the planting.
"We struggled to get going. The original design had big walls around it and we just weren't going to achieve that, with the cost of it.
"We went back to the drawing board, we're working at weekends and any time when companies can gift their employees.
"If we can all give a little bit, we can get George's garden.
"If we had 100 people give us a day each, that's 100 days work, we'd be done.
"We have local gardening companies who, once we get to that stage, are happy to come in and help, and do the design work, and get everything right.
"It's a black cloud, how this all happened, and if we can come out of it with a silver lining I think it's beneficial to everybody, especially the community."
The site where George's Forget-me-not Garden will be created, pictured on Tuesday
Alison Bell, from Leyland fencing specialists Roocroft, said her firm got involved after she heard Janice talking about the garden on local radio.
"She was talking about the amazing vision she has for this site, and the devastating circumstances," said Alison.
"I thought, how can we sit back and not get involved in this?
"The thought of the community having to struggle to put in fence posts when we've got skilled guys who do this every day.
A team from Roocroft putting up fencing at the site on Tuesday.
"We're really happy to have been able to get involved in it. Hopefully our relationship with Janice and the project will continue."
Cadent Gas have donated the boundary fencing to go around the site, which is being erected this week.
Then work will begin on creating a den using donated bricks, for children to play in.
"I want it to be a quiet space, with sensory things for children," said Janice.
"You can come with your grandchildren, bring a cup of tea and a picnic, we're going to try to put some tables in.
"I want everybody to come and enjoy it, and make it to be a peaceful, happy place to forget what went on in this area."
Kev has asked if anyone has a grab wagon they can donate for use at the site this weekend, please contact Kev Wilson Builders on 01524 722017.
The team are also looking for bricklayers to volunteer time to help. Again contact Kev Wilson Builders or find out more at the George's Forget-me-not Garden page HERE.
Read more: Rallying call for volunteers as work starts on memorial garden for little George - Beyond Radio
Long motorway delays after lorry and van involved in crash near Lancaster
Motorist caught driving at double the limit near primary school during Lancaster police operation
Crews tackle fire near Heysham
Co-op store plans revealed for former village pub near Lancaster
Lancaster and Morecambe MPs slam council over free disabled parking survey
LISTEN: "Where are the parents?" Detective inspector speaks out on Lancaster youth crime
UPDATED: Morecambe Bay mum feeling wonderful after reaching final of Ms Great Britain Classic
What's On: Our Halloween and bonfire/fireworks events guide
Family of Lancaster baby who spent her first six months in hospital back kids' play area appeal
LISTEN: Lancaster Music Festival returns with local and international appeal
LISTEN: Morecambe mum completes one million steps challenge for daughter's legacy of kindness
Blue Badge holder free parking in Lancaster City Council car parks could be scrapped
PHOTOS: Inside new Morecambe second-hand bookstore after couple's dream becomes reality
Popular Lancaster café to close after the owners announce retirement
Police issue warning over cold callers in Heysham area
Acceptable Behaviour Contracts issued as police speak to 26 youths after Lancaster ASB spate
Fundraising for £150,000 revamp of Lancaster playground receives grant boost
Community spirit shines as volunteers transform Lancaster community farm
Crews tackle fire at property in Heysham
