EXAM SUCCESS: Music pupils of Andrew Nelson of Newton-le-Willows, have passed their Associated Board music exams.

They are: Oliver Bowett of Kirkby Malzeard, piano grade six; Lucy Chapman of Hunton, piano grade six; Alicia Hayden of Spennithorne, piano grade four with merit; Chloe Noone of Bedale, piano grade two with merit; David Winlo of Bedale, piano grade six; Joe Seaborne of Hunton, piano grade four with distinction; and Laura Bradby of Brompton-on-Swale, theory grade three with distinction.

BRIDGE CLUB: Kirkby Fleetham Village Hall is now hosting a bridge club on Tuesdays at 9.30am until noon. The club is suitable for anyone who knows the bare bones of the game but lacks practice, confidence or both – help is at hand. For further information contact Jean Morley on 01609-748066.