A CHARITY ball for the Mayor of Blackrod, Cllr Isabel Seddon, is being held later this month.

The event will raise money for Odyssey, a charity providing residential support for people who have undergone treatment for cancer The ball will include a three-course meal and entertainment from compere Paul Dee and singer Howard Broadbent.

It will be held at Portofino's on the A6 in Blackrod on Saturday, April 28.

Tickets, priced £18.50, are available from the town clerk on 01204 696362.