MESNES Park in Newton has been chosen as one of the finalists for a competition to find the best park in the region.

Merseyside Police have launched the search for the most popular park in St Helens following the start of SafeSpace, to encourage people to take pride in their public space.

The Newton park is up against five others from across St Helens.

To register your vote for the park log on to www.Merseyside.police.uk/safespace The winning park will be announced in September.