Residents are being invited to enjoy an afternoon out this Saturday - while raising cash for a good cause at the same time.

A fete is being held in the recreational hall, at the Friarage Hospital, in Northallerton, from 1pm to 4pm.

The event is intended to help raise cash for equipment for the children's unit, which is being builtat the Friarage.

Admission will be £1 and there will be entertainment and a range of stalls.

At 3.30pm, 500 balloons will be released.