FUN RIDE – The fun ride, in aid of Pencombe Primary School, will be held in Pencombe on Sunday. First horse will be available at 10.30am and the last at 2pm. There will be a 10-mile ride and a five-mile mini-route with optional jumps available throughout. Ample parking. Refreshments available. Walking, running or cycling is also permitted. Rosettes for all! Details from Sally on 01885 400315.

COFFEE MORNING – The World’s Biggest Coffee Morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support will be on Friday, September 26, at Merlewood, Little Cowarne, by kind invitation of Edward and Audrey Abell from 9.30am to 12.30pm. Bring-and-buy and homemade cakes. Everyone will be most welcome. Call 01855 400269 for details.