VELO CLUB DE PERSHORE: Next Tuesday - Calorie Burn Ride, 20 miles, start 11am Broad Street, meals mince pies and coffee, lights advisable.

NCCPG: The National Council for the Conservation of Plants and Gardens meets on the second Tuesday of the month in the Frank Parkinson Centre, Pershore College, at 7.30pm.

The meeting, on January 9, will be popular for lovers of lilies.

Michael Jefferson-Brown the well-known grower and breeder of lilies will be talking about "lilies for your garden", an opportunity not to be missed.

We have an interesting and varied programme throughout the year and visits by many well-known garden experts.

Visitors are very welcome. Details: 01562 777014.