The team behind a fund to restore an old steamroller saved from scrap has raised £18,000 so far.

The Friends of Pudsey Roller have been holding fundraising events throughout the year.

The latest is an illustrated presentation on the history of steam- rollers in and around Pudsey presented by Friends chairman Derek A Rayner.

Called Transport and Steam, the talk will take place at Farsley Liberal Club on Thursday, October 31, at 7.45pm.

Tickets are available from Jackie Gowing, 15 Balmoral Way, Yeadon, Leeds LS19 7WF, with an SAE, or by ringing (0113) 2503634 or emailing: jc.gowing@btinternet.com.