A FUN-PACKED community day is to be held in Ongar later this month.

The Shelley Community Event, on Thursday January 21, will feature a wide variety of free activities and stalls for families, as well as refreshments.

Held at Shelley Primary School in Milton Crescent, Ongar, between 3pm and 8pm, there will be arts and crafts for youngsters, a colouring-in competition and performances by several groups.

Representatives from the likes of Epping Forest District Council, Essex Library Services, Essex Youth Services, Little Star Children's Centre, Epping and Ongar Railway and Epping Forest College will have stalls giving out advice and information, while residents will also be encouraged to give their views on the area to the council.

Call 01992 564524 or 01992 564556 for more information.