LEADING astrophysicist and theologian David Wilkinson will discuss recent discoveries about the moments after the Big Bang, the search for extra-terrestrial intelligence and the end of the Universe at Carrville Methodist Church, High Street, Carrville, on Friday, March 28, at 7pm. Entry costs £3.50 including cake and a drink. Proceeds will go to a World Challenge trip to Madagascar. All are welcome.

FOODBANK COLLECTION: Durham Foodbank will hold a collection day at Tesco, Annfield Plain, tomorrow (Saturday, March 22) from 9am to 5pm.

TENTER TERRACE: TJD Properties is seeking planning permission to convert the basement of Tenter Cottage, 25 Tenter Terrace, Durham, into two bedrooms, as an extension to the neighbouring Tember Chamber to form a house in multiple occupation (HMO) with eight bedrooms. Further details can be found at durham.gov.uk