THE Malvern district committee of the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children is holding its second fundraising lunch of the year on Friday, June 26.

The special guest will be auctioneer Philip Serrell, who will give an entertaining talk based on his book An Auctioneer's Lot.

The event is at the Wellington Inn, Chances Pitch, and tickets cost £15, including a two-course meal.

To find out more, or to buy tickets, contact Riitta (correct) Henshaw, 4 Avenue Road, Malvern, or call 01684 572342.

The year's first fundraising lunch, featuring flower-arranging tutor Jane Pugh and held in January, raised £570.