IN PICTURES: 9 festive photos of students at Horticap in Harrogate getting creative this Christmas

Horticap is an independent, registered charity providing adults with learning and other disabilities training in horticulture, crafts and rural skills.

Through structured training using professionally qualified staff, the charity helps students extend their knowledge and skills in a supportive and friendly working environment, not only developing their practical skills, but also developing their social and communication abilities.

Their aim is to improve the life skills of these students to enhance their quality of life and in doing so, integrate them more fully into the community.

Over the last few weeks, the students have been busy creating and crafting beautiful wreaths, table settings, decorations and helping to sell Christmas trees.

Our photographer, Gerard Binks, has been to Horticap to capture the students hard at work, showcasing their creativity and teamwork...

For more information about Horticap, visit www.horticap.org.