THE National Lottery has arrived in Welland at Welland Stores and Post Office.

The latest news about the bus service (old 363/2) between Welland and Worcester is that it will continue from September.

The autumn term for the Welland Teddy Bears Playgroup starts on Monday.

An Acoustic Evening with Alan, Med and Friends at St James’ Church is on Friday, September 14, at 7.30pm.

This will be a cafe-style concert featuring Alan Smailes and Med Snookes, of Castlemorton, plus others.

Tickets will be available in Welland and Hanley Swan Post offices at £5 each.

Saturday, September 15, on the parish field sees Welland’s Help for Heroes Picnic and Music Night from 6.30pm-10.30pm. Bring a picnic, bottle of wine, chairs and enjoy live bands.

Tickets available from Welland post office. Family ticket £10 (two adults and two children), adults £4, extra children £2.

MR S TRY, 01684 310068