Bedale Archaeology & History Society's next open meeting will be at 7.30 pm on Tuesday, June 4 in Bedale Hall. Margaret Watson will give an illustrated talk entitled Dickens in Miniature, about the exquisite and amazingly detailed model of Charles Dickens' house that she made for exhibition in Bowes Museum. Non-members are welcome for £2 on the door (members, schoolchildren & full-time students free).

DOMINO DRIVE: West Witton Pre-School group is holding a Domino Drive Fundraiser at West Witton Village Hall on Friday June 7 at 7.30pm. There will be prizes, a raffle and a supper will also be served. Entry prices adults £3.50/children £2.00

TOWN CENTENARY: A weekend of celebrations was held in Masham Town Hall to mark the centenary of the building. These included a concert by Fairport Convention along with a vintage fair including stalls and stands supporting the Alzheimers Society.