A ALPEN, known affectionately as "Mr Tilly", has been in the antiques trade for many years, running a shop in Moseley.

He hosted a roadshow, many members having taken along items for him to value, answered many questions, and there was also a quiz.

The Food, Flowers and Craft fair will be held on May 23 at the Ramada Hotel, Bewdley, when the theme will be "Sea World".

On Monday, May 9 at 10am, a ramble will start at the lychgate in Chaddesley village.

The Jinney Ring Craft Centre will be the venue for the May lunch on Tuesday, May 10.

The next meeting will take place at Chaddesley Corbett village hall at 7.30pm on Wednesday, May 4.