Visitors to Haworth Park will be able to see a rose bred specially as a lasting tribute to Charlotte Bront's famous fictional heroine Jane Eyre.

The new Jane Eyre rose, presented to the village by the Bront Society, will climb a large trellis built by Bradford council's recreation service.

The peach rose was created by Berkshire breeders Eurosa, which won an award from the Royal National Rose Society for its bloom. The plant is expected to thrive in the Yorkshire climate thanks to its hardy nature and remarkable resistance to fungal diseases.

Cllr Miller says: "This beautiful flower will bloom as a fitting tribute to Haworth's proud literary heritage and I'm sure will bring many people a lot of pleasure."

Mike Hill, director of Haworth's Bront Parsonage Museum, says he is delighted a rose has been named after Charlotte Bront's greatest heroine. He adds: "We are pleased to be working with Bradford council to improve the amenity of Haworth Park in recognition of the Bront Society's role as part of the village community."

A Forest of Burnley event which last year attracted huge numbers from the Keighley area is being repeated on Sunday. The Working Wood-lands Experience, at Towneley Woods and Natural History Centre (11am-4pm), will feature a wide range of activities.

Tree planting, woodland sculpture, charcoal burning, willow weaving and paper making will be on offer.

There will also be traditional music, children's storytelling sessions and a working horse.

Visitors should bring wellies or stout footwear and waterproofs.

Forester Keith Wilson, from Haworth, says: "A good number of people came to this event last year from the Keighley, Worth Valley and South Craven areas, and we are hoping for another strong turn out." Further information can be obtained from Mr Wilson on 01282 839657.

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