A FOOTBALL club is hosting a presentation evening for players next month.

Gretna Green FC, based in Newton Aycliffe, will hold the event at the WMC on Sheraton Road on Friday, July 5 from 7pm till 11pm.

The Wear Valley Sunday League team formed in 2017 and will present awards to club players, including players’ player of the year, top scorer and donkey of the season.

There will be live music from the Anarchists, raffles, games and a buffet and tickets cost £5.

Nathan McCaffrey, of Gretna Green FC, said: “We have a great night planned to celebrate another year of Gretna FC.

“We would like to welcome everyone to celebrate a local team’s achievements and help us raise funds to keep us running.”

Anthony Cross, also of Gretna Green FC, said: "We're over the moon with how many tickets we've sold already, so huge thank you to everyone already supporting the team.

"Without nights like this the club couldn't survive.

"Thank you also to our new sponsors, Tan Land. We're all looking forward to a good night on July 5."

For tickets, contact 07789-073403 or 07853-244300.