A HOSPICE is holding an Evening at the Races at a North-East course.

Proceeds from the event, at Sedgefield on May 3, will help Hartlepool and District Hospice build a hospice including ten single rooms, therapy and day facilities.

Firms or people wishing to sponsor a race can do so for £500, which includes advertising around the course and in the programme.

The evening, which costs £10 per person, includes a card of six races. The first starts at 5.45pm, with the last just before 9pm.

For tickets and more information, phone the fundraising department on (01429) 288252.