SUEZ volunteers get sanding and painting at North Devon charity

Staff from national recycling giant SUEZ have been volunteering at Calvert Devon to help spruce up outside fixtures and fittings in time for the spring and summer.

The railings and decking areas at the outdoor adventure centre for people of all abilities were due a much-needed makeover and the volunteers from the nationwide recycling and waste management company were happy to help.

The work included cleaning, sanding, and re‑treating the decking and handrails, giving the well‑used space a fresh new lease of life in time for the busy season.

Calvert Devon is a charity whose centre near Kentisbury provides a safe, supportive environment where people with disabilities or additional needs can experience the thrill of activities such as horse riding, canoeing, cycling, climbing, archery and more.

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The renovations by SUEZ staff help ensure that guests, many of whom rely on mobility aids, can enjoy the area with confidence, comfort and safety.

Above: SUEZ staff working on the outdoor railings at Calvert Devon near Kentisbury. Credit: SUEZ

The spruced‑up space also enhances the welcome for families, carers and groups who come to Calvert Devon to share in the joy of adventure and the outdoors.

Robbie Andrews, area supervisor at SUEZ, who coordinated the volunteering said: “We’re delighted to support Calvert Devon and the incredible work they do to open up the outdoors for everyone.

“Our team had a fantastic day volunteering and it’s rewarding to know that our efforts will help create a more enjoyable and accessible environment for visitors.”

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Jennifer Young, centre director at Calvert Devon, added: “We are extremely grateful to the team from SUEZ.

“As a charity, we really value the help of volunteers to create a welcoming environment for our visitors, projects like this make a real difference to our guests.’’

SUEZ has been supporting Calvert Devon and the then Calvert Trust with co- volunteer days for the last four years.

It has helped to develop a Sustainable Wild Activity Garden as well as renovating the visitor’s car park, painting bedrooms, clearing gutters, digging out the reed bed, landscaping and weeding the central courtyard.