A LONG-running playscheme in Greenock's east end which helped out generations of young people has been declared another big summer success.

Craigend Resource Centre opened their doors to organise weeks of activities for more than 60 children.

From both the centre and King's Oak Primary, they had indoor activities, outdoor games, and ports.

They also enjoyed a day out to Kelburn Country Park, thanks to the team of playscheme leaders.

Craigend playschemeCraigend playscheme (Image: George Munro)

And for one of the leaders in particular, it was a real family affair.

Primary teaching student Emma Lynch, aged 21, from the east end, said: "I used to go to Craigend when I was younger, then I started to volunteer, and now I am helping to run it.

"I always loved coming here and it is great experience."

During the summer break the student at the University of the West of Scotland is getting in some practice as well as spending time with her 16-year-old sister Zoe and brother Jack, 11.

Craigend Summer Playscheme Family fun with Emma, right, Zoe, left and Jack Lynch (Image: George Munro)

She said: "My sister Zoe is one of the volunteers and my brother came along to the playscheme."

Emma was joined by other leaders including fellow primary school student Sarah Wolfenden, 21, who has  worked at the playscheme for the last three years.

She said: “It is a fun way to build up experience working with children, and will be helpful for my future career.

“We get to know the kids well as they come back every year and I am now good friends with the other leaders.”

Last year the group took 80 kids on the Waverley for a day trip, a sailing which was planned for this year but was cancelled due to the boat breaking down.

Instead, a ‘last minute turnaround’ by leaders made sure the youngsters still got their trip down the coast to Kelburn for a picnic.

Lucy Diamond, who took charge of the playscheme this year, said: "We all benefited from playschemes like this when we were younger and we want to give back.

"We have tried to give the youngsters a variety of activities and get them outside as much as possible.

"It has been really popular and we have had lots of children coming along."