ITEMS are needed for an auction to raise funds for St Francis CE Primary, in Cherry Tree, Blackburn.

The Friends and Family Association is holding the auction at the Oak Tree pub, in Livesey Branch Road, next month to raise cash for essential equipment.

A host of items have been received from local businesses such as vouchers for Marks and Spencers, Whitbread pubs and a tour of Manchester United.

A television is in the pipeline and a two-week holiday to a log cabin in Markham which organisers estimate will soon be snapped up.

To donate items contact Joanne Bates on 01254 608 346.

The auction takes place on 14 October at 8pm.