A NORTH Yorkshire charity is holding a fundraising secret auction after being donated a football with 22 signatures from Middlesbrough FC’s 2006/2007 season.

Age UK is holding the auction at its Northallerton offices at 4 Regency Mews, 139 High Street.

Bids close on December 21 at 5pm and must be placed in a blank sealed envelope along with a telephone number and bid amount. Bids can also be e-mailed to 2263.northallerton@ageuk.org.uk

The winner will be notified by telephone or e-mail the following day.