Friends of Welland bingo night is at the village hall on Saturday, April 23, at 7.30pm. Coffee/tea and cakes available. More information to follow.

The Pheasant at Welland is hosting the Welland Pre-School charity auction on Friday, April 29, at 7.30pm prompt, viewing and registration from 7pm. There are over 100 lots with something to suit all tastes and budgets. They include: A round of golf for four; a long weekend break in Wales; river-boat cruise tickets; and a two-hour recording studio session. For a sales catalogue, please contact Sarah Husband on 01684-311518. All proceeds to go to the Welland Pre-School project fund.

One of our parish councillors, Susanne Currie, is entering the Lions' charity walk this year, on Saturday, May 22, walking eight miles over the Hills and would like to hear from anyone who would sponsor her. She can be contacted on 01684 310185. The sponsorship money will be going to the Lions' (50 per cent) and the Welland Doorstep Greens Fund (50 per cent). If anyone else would like to take part, Susanne would only be too pleased to give you further information.