THE simultaneous bridge pairs event in aid of Children in Need raised £250 - what a wonderful effort.

A reminder of the Christmas bridge drive in aid of St Michael's Hospice at the hall on December 3 at 1.30pm. Tickets are £5 from Betty Houlbrooke on 633367, Ann Williams 632728, Una Coska 635640 or Neville Shorrick 633475.

The latest on the parish plan - the writers who generously volunteered to help draft sections of the plan completed them in time for the November steering group meeting and all the sections will be available on December 17 at the Memorial Hall. From 11am to 1pm, come and look at the drafts, make suggestions for changes and enjoy a Christmas glass of wine and a mince pie.

This meeting will be shared with members of the parish council and hall committee at the annual gathering to welcome new residents to the village.

Anyone who has come to live in Wellington Heath in the past year is invited to come and meet representatives of the various clubs and activities.

The next meeting of the steering group is on Wednesday, November 30 mainly to discuss comments received and to plan for December 17. Everyone is welcome.