SPORTS and art groups in Alvechurch, Wythall, Beoley and Tardebigge can apply for a National Lottery grant of between £500 and £5,000 to help them reach their goals.

Bromsgrove Council's sports development unit is inviting all clubs, organisations and schools involved in developing sport and the arts to attend a special Awards For All briefing to help them cash in on lottery handouts.

The meeting takes place at the Burcot Room, The Council House, Burcot Lane, Bromsgrove, on Wednesday, April 25, from 7.30pm.

Sports development manager Adrian Bradley said: "We have already received £12,000 from the Awards For All Scheme but we want to get a lot more.

"The district is missing out on available funds yet it is easy to apply for a grant."

To book a place at the meeting, call Mr Bradley on 881315.