Harrogate health chiefs have confirmed details of an open evening later this month.

The trust, which is bidding for foundation status for Harrogate District Hospital, will welcome anyone interested in finding out more about local health services at an exhibition at the Constance Green Memorial Hall at St Aidan's School, from 7pm on Thursday, September 25.

"The event will be similar to the open evening format we introduced last year,'' said trust chairman Albert Day.

"Everyone is welcome to attend the event, which will be great fun and educational too.

"The Harrogate Health Care Trust is now a three-star rated organisation and we want to celebrate that, while demonstrating some of our services.''

Exhibits will include a chance for visitors to assess their stress levels, try a hand-wash challenge or find out if their hand-eye co-ordination matches up to the standards required from a surgeon.