North Lanarkshire Council is to host an informational event about plans to develop a heritage project within the region.

Proposals to develop Drumpellier Country Park as a gateway to the Seven Lochs Wetland Park will go on display later this month.

The project involves carrying out improvements to the Visitor Centre with a lochside viewing area, a crannog-themed interactive play area and enhanced landscaping.

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In addition, wildlife improvements will be carried out along with an expanded events programme.

A £550,000 application is due to be submitted to the Heritage Lottery Fund in order to help with costs towards the project.

Councillor Helen McKenna said: "Our plans for Drumpellier Park will bring the location's 10,000 year history to life, with interactive facilities to help visitors learn about its heritage and wildlife.

"These plans build on the council's recent £680,000 improvement programme which saw upgrading of the path network, additional parking and enhanced visitor facilities."

The informational exhibition will take place at the Visitor Centre between 12pm to 4pm on Saturday, 23 January.

(LM)