VOLUNTEERS to help with Ulverston’s Dickensian Christmas festival on November 29 and 30.

A variety of roles are available over the two days, including street entertainment, candlelit parade, fancy dress competition and Christmas lights switch-on. All that is needed is the ability to get on with people at all levels.

For this and other voluntary opportunities, contact Samantha at Volunteer Centre South Lakeland, Stricklandgate House, 92 Stricklandgate, Kendal, LA9 4PU, or tel 01539-742636.