TALKS: Fortnightly esoteric talks and workshops are being held in the village hall on Wednesday from 8.15pm to 9.45pm. The next talk on acupuncture for health and wellbeing is on Wednesday, February 1, presented by Sam Hargreaves. Admission is £4.50. Ring Donna Taylor or Tony Catherall on (01422) 208178.

VILLAGE HALL: On Monday the pirates group meets from 9.30am to 10.30am. In the afternoon from 2pm to 3.30pm everyone is welcome to come along and enjoy a friendly afternoon with coffee and a chat along with members of the Monday Club. The keep fit class meets at 7.30pm and the art group on the third Monday of the month at 7.30pm.