Proceeds from an upcoming three-day long Christmas Festival will be shared between Morecambe Parish Church, the War Memorial Hall Trust and Cancer Care, the latter busy fund raising in earnest at present with its Santa Dash later today (details on their web site).

Take in a fantastic display of Christmas trees st the Church, provided by businesses, organisations, charities and individuals in the area.

In the Morecambe War Memorial Hall, do some Christmas shopping for unique gifts and cards, made by local crafters and traders.

• Opening Times: Thursday 3rd December 3.00 until 8.00pm; Friday 4th December 3 .00 – 8.00pm; Saturday 5th December 10.30am – 5.30pm

Refreshments are available in church and the hall. Admission is £1 to access all areas for adults, accompanied children free