Weekend family fun and entertainment is being lined up for shoppers and visitors to Ramsbottom.

A programme has been organised by Ramsbottom Business Group to add some spice to the Market Place.

It starts on Saturday when youngsters can try their hand at balloon modelling, from noon to 4pm. Then on October 3, 24 and 25, the Lancashire Hawks and Owls group will visit Market Place from 10am to 4pm to give a close-up view of birds of prey.

Gina Ball, chairman of Ramsbottom Business Group, said: “We are working with Bury Council to support Ramsbottom traders and attract visitors to the town, and we are delighted to welcome the Hawks and Owls.”