A swans nest which was torched by vandals is now home to new life after its two eggs finally hatched.
The nest, at Sutton Lawn in Sutton-in-Ashfield, was targeted on the weekend of April 4-5.
This led to Ashfield District Council stepping in and fencing off the home of the protected birds, installing fencing and shutting a path to ensure the swans were secluded.
Council intervention allowed the swans to be protected from any interference, with the birds given "peace and quiet" while the eggs incubated.
And now the council has announced the swans' two eggs hatched over the weekend - bringing the first cygnets to the Sutton-in-Ashfield site for six years.
A spokesperson for the council said: "We are excited to announce that over the weekend two cygnets hatched at Sutton Lawn.
"These are the first cygnets at The Lawn in six years.
"The environment team had taken measures to protect the swans last month after their nest was set on fire.
"This allowed the swans some peace and quiet whilst they incubated their eggs.
"We’re happy to say that mother and cygnets are doing well and we look forward following their progress.
"We ask that if you visit Sutton Lawn this week you do not try to approach the swans or cygnets.
"Please remember to follow social distancing guidelines whilst visiting our parks and green spaces."
