Plans have been submitted for a sensory garden in Keswick.

Keswick in Bloom wants to develop the garden at Wivell Park, part of Lower Fitz Park, between the River Greta, Penrith Road and Station Street.

The Holroyd Foundation has provided funding towards the project.

In its planning application, Keswick in Bloom said the mainly-grassed site currently contained a few poor shrubs.

Existing mixed stone and brick walls and iron railings will be kept at the site.

A stone-faced concrete sheepfold is planned, with a rendered concrete raised bed.

A cairn incorporating a stone seat is proposed.

Hedging would be planted within the south-east wall, with temporary fencing while it becomes established.

Extra paths will be created for wheelchair access.

The garden would feature scented and textured plants, a tapestry hedge, rockeries, climbing plants grown over arches, bulbs and evergreen shrubs.

The Lake District National Park Authority will decide whether to grant planning permission.

Keswick Town Council was due to decide whether to comment on the plans at a meeting last night.

It has previously written a letter of support for the project.

The park is managed by Keswick Parks Charitable Trust and the town councillors are its trustees.