CUBS: On September 29 Eckington Cubs took part in the 5-a-side football tournament against eight other cub packs in the district. Thanks to the training skills of Martyn Poytress they fielded a strong team and everyone played brilliantly. The highlights were the 12 goals being scored, beating the champions (Peopleton) in a match and lots of cake to eat afterwards! Eckington Cubs ended the tournament in third place.

ACORNS CHILDREN'S HOSPICE: Eckington 1st School are having a non-uniform day tomorrow, with the children paying 50p each for the privilege and all money raised going to the hospice fund. A prize Bingo Evening in aid of Acorns Hospice is being held on Tuesday, October 22, 7.30pm at Eckington Village Hall. For more details please phone Cynthia Norton on 01386 750860.On Saturday, October 19 - jumble sale at HQ at 2pm.