VICTIMS of domestic violence are being invited to a garden event as a women's refuge opens its doors.
The Dales Domestic Violence Forum and the Women's Refuge have organised the joint event at 9 Etherley Lane, Bishop Auckland, on August 18.
Information will be available about initiatives offering support to domestic violence victims in the Wear and Tees area.
A range of groups which offer assistance to women and children in domestic violence situations will be attending the open day, plus PC Fiona Laws, from Bishop Auckland Police.
For further information about the open day call Fiona Nichol on (01388) 600094.
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