GRASS roots organisations in rural South Warwickshire have been awarded more than £2,500 by the West Midlands Arts group.

O'Brien Puppets, Wellesbourne Youth Club and Low Furlong have received grants in a bid to give more local people the chance to work with artists and get a flavour of different activities.

Clare Feldon of WMA's Grass Roots Fund said: "I have been impressed by the variety of projects and inspirational ideas. The next deadline is in the New Year and I look forward to receiving equally exciting applications in that round too."

For information on WMA funding, call Abigail Smith or Heather Peak on 0121 631 5757.