RESIDENTS are being invited to buy a seat in memory of a loved one.

Pickering Town Council's Maintenance Officer has been refurbishing the authority's 85 seats and picnic tables, however a number are beyond repair and have had to be removed.

A spokesperson said: "There is an opportunity for members of the public to purchase a seat in memory of a loved one to go in the town centre.

"The seat must be of a specific type approved by the council, and the council can arrange to install the seat and maintain this."

For more information please contact the council office on 01751 476503, email townclerk@pickering.gov.uk