FERNE Animal Sanctuary's enchanting annual Animal Christmas Blessing and festive service is taking place in the barn at their premises in Wambrook, near Chard, Somerset on December 3, at 6.30pm. 

The Reverend Geoffrey Walsh of Membury Parish Church will be taking the service and is encouraging everyone to attend this delightful evening. 

To add to the magical atmosphere, the incredibly talented children from Chard Local Kids Society for Music and Drama will be singing carols. 

Mulled wine and mince pies will be available on the night, as well as a raffle.

Tickets are £3 and, due to limited capacity in the barn, tickets should be purchased in advance from either the Sanctuary on 01460-65214 or the Chard Charity Shop, Fore Street, on 01460-261000.