The pieces are in place for the 10th annual Ramsbottom Jigsaw Festival, which is once again set to attract families from across the area.

The popular event, organised by Edenfield Parish Church and St Paul’s Church, Ramsbottom, began in 2014 and has so far raised more than £61,000.

This year's festival, which will take place at St Paul's Church, will run from Wednesday, September 4 to Saturday, September 7, with around 1,000 completed jigsaw puzzles to view and buy.

The variety of puzzles ranges from different sizes, themes, styles, and subjects, ensuring something for everyone.

As per the arrangement, every puzzle sold will be replaced by another from the stock, and brand new puzzles will also be available for purchase.

The traditional Preview Evening on Tuesday, September 3 offers those who've put in the time and effort a chance to survey all the puzzles before the event commences.

This year, the event will officially be opened by the mayor of Bury, Cllr Khalid Hussain, accompanied by mayor of Rossendale, Cllr Judith Driver, the Archdeacon of Bolton, Canon Dr Rachel Mann and Rev Ian Fleming.

David Foster, a member of the Edenfield Parish Church organising team, said: "Besides being a successful fundraising event for the two churches, the jigsaw festival has become a real community project."

Mr Foster added that many people have invested hours preparing for this year's event right after the doors closed on last year's festival.

He extended a warm welcome to visitors, encouraging them to enjoy the hospitality in the parish room café, where refreshments will be available throughout the Festival.

The festival will be open from 10am to 5pm on September 4 to September 6, and from 10am to 4pm on September 7.

There will also be an evening slot from 6.30pm to 8.30pm on September 5.

Mandarin player Sharon Bell will provide daily musical entertainment.

Admission will cost £2 with free readmission during the four days, and children accompanied by adults will be allowed in for no charge.

Organisers are still welcoming volunteers to support with various roles during the Festival.

Those interested can contact David Foster for more information.