Fluffy rabbits and guinea pigs have a new spot to perch on after hundreds of pounds and green picnic benches were donated to Deen City Farm.

Although not their usual resting place, the animals made themselves comfortable on the benches for the photo shoot in the sunshine last week.

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From left, Tom Hogan, Simon Lynn and Alice Cheetham with some fluffy friends

Both the Wimbledon Foundation and Mitcham Conservative Club have been helping the community farm in Colliers Wood with resources and fundraising.

The Wimbledon Foundation, the charity of The All England Lawn Tennis Club, generously donated several picnic benches after contacting the farm to see if they were needed.

The Mitcham Conservative Club hosted an evening of dancing and music to raise funds for the farm. The social club raised £500 which was used to buy fold-up tables for the farm’s on-site events and educational activities.

Operations manager at Deen City Farm, Simon Lynn, said: “We’re extremely grateful for the support from the community and local support groups.

“We really appreciate the fact they have gone out of their way to help us.”

Deen City Farm is one of the capital’s oldest community farms. It is a registered charity and relies upon donations from visitors and the local community to put on a variety of events and classes for all ages.

To find out about ways in which your business or community group can work alongside or support the farm, email fundraising@deencityfarm.co.uk.