A community project at a garden which is a memorial to Robert Louis Stevenson has received a heavyweight boost from a Dorset recycling company.

Eco Sustainable Solutions has donated two tonnes of its compost to the project at Skerryvore.

The garden was designed and constructed by Bournemouth Corporation in 1957 as a memorial to the novelist, poet and travel writer.

Robert Louis Stevenson lived in the house on the site from April 1885 until August 1887.

The house, which was destroyed by enemy bombing on November 16, 1940, was named after the Skerryvore Lighthouse built by the Stevenson family firm on the Argyle coast.

The Eco donation will be used to create raised bedded areas at Skerryvore and also borders in the raised wall ruins and foundations.

The project is being undertaken by Westbourne in Bloom and Westbourne Rotary Club.

Westbourne in Bloom created the organisation ‘Friends of Skerryvore’ two years ago.

It is made up of a dedicated team of volunteers who meet at Skerryvore on the third Saturday of each month to continue to develop the site.

The Chairman of Westbourne in Bloom is also Chairman  of Bournemouth in Bloom.

Reverend Chris Colledge, Westbourne Rotary Community Chairman and Bournemouth in Bloom President, said: “We are thrilled with the support shown to us by Eco Sustainable Solutions.

“It’s brilliant how they are helping to support our work.

“The changes we are making are quite significant and the space is definitely being transformed.”

Harrie Cooper, Eco’s Brand Manager, said: “It’s hugely important to respect our historical landmarks and regenerate these spaces for our future generations.

“The work that the ‘Friends of Skerryvore’ are doing is invaluable and they are creating a fabulous community space for people to enjoy.

“At Eco we are extremely proud to continue to support worthwhile community projects like these.”