THE National Lottery has arrived at Welland Stores and Post Office – opening hours: Monday-Friday 7am until 6pm; Saturday 7am- 7pm and Sunday 8am-1pm.

The Autumn term for the TeddyBears playgroup has started. Mondays 9.30am- 11.30am and Fridays 9.30am- 11.30am (term time) in the Village Hall.

Tai Chi Movement for Wellbeing, a new eight-week course has started at the village hall. Wednesdays 2.15pm - 3.15pm.

The next Kids Klobber sales will be on Saturdays September 22, November 3 and 24 at 11am.

The Annual Christmas Craft Fair at St James Church is on Saturday, November 17, and Sunday, November 18, from 10am until 3pm. To book a table, ring 01684 310289. Tables £15 for weekend or £10 per day.

The Welland Pre-School Christmas Fayre takes place at the village hall on December 2, 11am-3pm.

Admission is free.

There will be a range of trade and craft stands; children’s room including free colouring, tombola for children and Santa’s Grotto (11.30am-2:30pm £2 incl.

small gift; ages 2-6).

MR S TRY, 01684 310068