A VILLAGE choir is hoping to strike the right note with male singers.

The Gainford Singers are hoping recruit more men to the ranks.

Secretary Margaret Brown said: “We have recently had some new ladies join us and extra females will always be made welcome.

“But we are in need of more men in order to balance our choir. Help will be given to those who cannot read music.”

Anyone wishing to join is welcome to go along to the group's weekly meetings which take place on Monday nights, 7.30pm to 9pm at St Osmund's Centre, Gainford.

Alternatively contact Mrs Brown on 01325-730498.