CREDITON Friends of Force is set to host a fundraising concert for Force Cancer Charity featuring a local sea shanty band.

South Zeal-based Mariners Away will be singing traditional sea shanties at the Boniface Centre in Crediton on Saturday, March 7 from 7.30pm.

“It promises to be a rousing concert that will have you singing, stomping and laughing along with them,” said a Crediton Friends of Force spokesperson.

Tickets cost £10 and include a meat or cheese and onion pasty. There will also be a bar and raffle.

Tickets cannot be bought on the door but must instead be booked in advance by telephoning Ann on 07779 002232, Sue P on 07929 239522, Sandra on 07770 430480, or Sue B on 07792 734820.