PEOPLETON villagers are busy preparing for one of the most popular local events of the year – a fund-raising day in aid of St Richard’s Hospice.

Now in its 25th year, the annual autumn coffee morning/evening attracts hundreds of people who come to buy from a variety of locally-run stalls including Christmas gifts and decorations, jewellery, books, bric a brac, as well as home made cakes.

There’s a chance for shoppers to take a break and enjoy homemade soup at lunchtime or a coffee stop.

The event takes place today from 10.30am-2pm and from 6.30pm onwards at Peopleton Village Hall.