An open-air jazz concert takes place at Hellens, Much Marcle, on Saturday (August 6). Peter Lay's Gambit Jazzmen will play New Orleans-style jazz in aid of the Herefordshire branch of the Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen's Families Association- Forces Help (SSAFA). Fans are invited to bring their own picnics and chairs. Gates open at 6pm and the show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets are £12.50, from J B Gaynan and Son, The Homend, Ledbury, or Kenneth Broom on 01886 880275.