Linkinhorne is ready to celebrate as a new parish hall prepares to open its doors.

The much-loved but leaky hall at Upton Cross was knocked down and a new one built in the space of just under five months, thanks to outside grants from Sita and Viridor and local fund-raising totalling around £230,000.

A ‘Big Day’ for the official opening is set to take place on Saturday, June 17. Maypole dancing, a tea and live music into the night will all be part of the celebrations.