COTSWOLD residents are being asked for their views on the area’s open spaces.

Using an online survey, Cotswold District Council (CDC) is consulting local people and visitors about the quality of areas such as parks, children's play areas and allotments.

The results will help shape the district in line with the emerging Local Plan, which sets out growth, housing and economic development until 2031, and will support funding bids for leisure projects.

Cllr Nick Parsons, CDC deputy leader and cabinet member for forward planning, said:"I would encourage as many people as possible to complete this survey.

“It only takes about five minutes and asks essential questions about which open space facilities people use the most and least, why they use them and how they travel to get there.

The survey can be completed until August 14 and can be found online at surveymonkey.com/s/XCVVJ93.

Printed copies will also be available at public buildings, including local libraries and the CDC offices at Trinity Road, Cirencester, and Moreton Area Centre.