ALAN’S Band will lead a dance at Hamsterley Village Hall on New Year’s Day.

The event runs from 8pm to midnight.

Guests should bring their own food and drinks.

Tea and biscuits will be provided.

For information, call 01388-488318.

FILM SCREENINGS: Two films are being screened in Mickleton Village Hall on Friday. Turbo (cert U) starts at 6pm, followed by New Year’s Eve (cert 12), at 8pm. Entry is £2.50 for adults and £2 for children.

RAMBLERS WALK: Barnard Castle Ramblers are inviting walkers on a moderate eight-mile hike from Cleatlam to Langton, on Saturday. The route goes across the fields to Staindrop, Langton, Selaby and Morey. Participants should meet on the green, at Cleatlam, at 10am.