VOLUNTEERS and community groups in Hindley and Abram will get a pat on the back at a thank-you celebration.

To mark their dedicated work for the community there will be a big "thank you" event at The Monaco Ballroom on Wednesday, October 13, from 6-8 pm. It is the latest in a series of events taking place throughout the borough allowing volunteers and organisers celebrate all they have achieved.

For more details from 01942 776163 or e-mail: Drop a line...thebigthankyou@wiganmbc.gov.uk.