A VILLAGE talent show takes place this weekend to drum up support for a local community group.

Budding singers, jugglers, dancers and comedians are invited to show off their skills in a talent show at Ebchester Community Centre on Saturday (may 18) starting at 6.30pm.

Each act will be given a three-minute slot to impress the audience, who will vote for the winner in two categories: contestants aged eight to 14 and contestants aged 15 and over.

Admission is free for the audience, but there is a £3 fee for contestants. Money raised on the night will support the Ebchester Drumming Group, which meets in the community centre every Friday at 4.30pm.

Contestants must book places in advance from Catherine Bockett on 01207-561503.