Pack a picnic and join the Friends of Newton Park in Ayr for the Big Lunch on Saturday, June 2.

The group are organising the get-together in the park and the whole local community is invited.

Newton Park’s Big Lunch event kicks off at noon and there will be family-friendly activities and entertainment until 3pm.

Peps Heasman, acting secretary of Friends of Newton Park, said: “The Big Lunch is all about community, friendship and fun. Everyone is welcome to come along and enjoy an afternoon of fun and entertainment. Please bring your own picnic but sorry, no barbecues.”

Voluntary Action South Ayrshire (VASA) are helping organise the event. For details  call 0800 432 0510.