THE BBC's Children in Need Appeal will be marked in the West Midlands on Friday, November 17, with a big event in front of the BBC studios in Pebble Mill Road, Birmingham.

Fund-raisers will be invited to come and tell presenters Sue Beardsmore and Catherine Mackie, from Midlands Today, and Malcolm Boyden, from Radio WM, how they've raised their money.

We're also taking our cameras to the Star City Entertainment Complex in Birmingham where Midlands Today's Nina Nannar will report on those who plan to abseil down the centre's tower and take part in sumo wrestling to raise money for the Appeal.

If you call 0845 607 3333, we'll send you a Children in Need Supporter's Pack with fund-raising ideas, event forms, posters and sponsorship forms. Your help will be vital.

CHRIS NELSON,

Producer, Pebble Mill Road,

Birmingham. B5 7QQ.