A MEMBER of the Forest of Dean Neighbourhood Policing team attended Ruardean Youth Club on Thursday, April 10.

Community officer Taryn-Lee Yiollaris joined local young people for an evening of wildlife education and hands-on activities.

The event, hosted in partnership with Severn River Trust, gave attendees the chance to learn about the wildlife of the River Severn, the water cycle, and the importance of environmental conservation.

The children were involved in various activities, including bug hunting, sketching animals they discovered, and crafting clay models of wildlife.

Ruardean Youth Club runs every Thursday from 7 PM to 9 PM and is open to young people aged 11-18. The club provides a welcoming environment where local youth can engage in a variety of activities, promoting personal growth and social well-being.