A NIGHT of variety performance has been organised to raise money for the Meningitis Research Foundation.

Kendal woman Frances Wilson has organised the event at Kendal Cricket Club, Shap Road, tomorrow (Saturday) at 7.30pm.

Tickets cost £4 and performances will include hypnotist Dave Story and comedy duo Mal and Mo.

Local businesses are also involved in the fund-raising effort with Dickie Doodles wine bar providing the bar and other firms donating prizes to the raffle.

Tickets are available from Dickie Doodles and the Ivy Leaf Club or contact Frances Wilson on 01539-733570.