WINDERMERE Scout Group paraded a 'Peace Pole' around the town before planting it in a memorial garden at Oxenholme.

The ten-foot-long pole, which has been inscribed in several languages to promote peace in the world, was taken from their headquarters through the streets of Windermere to the railway station.

Train operator First TransPennine Express provided free return train travel to Oxenholme for more than 40 passengers and fun packs for all the youngsters.

The pole was erected at Oxenholme and a short service took place hosted by railway chaplain the Rev Richard Cook.

Kendal Mayor Tom Clare and three members of the veteran's society from the Army and Navy also attended.

Once the peace pole was set in the ground, the last post was sounded to commemorate the centenary of the start of the First World War and a collection was made, with all donations going to international children's charity The Railway Children.

FTPE Driving Standards Manager Paul Bebington said: "The event provided an excellent engagement opportunity between ourselves and Virgin Trains, as well as Windermere Scouts and the community.

“The scouts did a fantastic job of creating the peace pole and it's great knowing everything achieved was for a worthwhile cause."