From Laurel and Hardy to Rambo and John Wayne - 13 characters that make this South Tyneside garden a local landmark

We take a closer look at the larger-than-life characters in this South Shields grandfather’s garden.

Stan Yannetta, 58, Heaton Gardens on Benton Road, Boldon has been collecting unique fibreglass figurines since he moved into his flat 17 years ago.

The grandfather-of-five now has more than 30 in his front garden, from his favourite comics Laurel and Hardy to Rambo and John Wayne, not forgetting the gorilla on the porch roof and the leopard with the glow-in-the-dark eyes on top of the garage.

How many do you recognise?

9. A hit with the ladies

Party-goers have been known to stop by for a snap with Laurel and Hardy. | Johnston Press Resell Photo: Frank Reid

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10. It's all a laugh

Stan has been a lifelong fan of the famous comics, Laurel and Hardy, who feature in the garden in many different forms. | Johnston Press Resell Photo: Frank Reid