COMMUNITY Speedwatch: Not quite the same as being a speed cop but if you’d like to join the team of volunteers who monitor speeding drivers in the village, contact the parish office for details at clerk@oldbasing.gov.uk.

THE Gang Show: Many of our Cubs, Scouts and Guides are taking part, with parents helping behind the scenes. Tickets available for the 11 performances between February 13 and 22 at The Haymarket. Information available at basingstokegangshow.co.uk.

EPIPHANY and the Arts: An evening of poetry, prose and paintings in the Bolton Chapel, at 8pm, on January 28.

FANCY a spin? Look at theliferightfoundation.org for their second European cycle challenge from Basingstoke to Brussels in May to raise money for disadvantaged children in the local area.

STUCK in a rut? Free sessions on Thursdays, from 2pm-4pm from January 30 at Chineham Library. The National Careers Service offers advice to adults who are returning to work or changing jobs. Contact Michael on 07850 662770 or 01256 423895.