LEIGH MP Andy Burnham will open Atherton Arts group's first big exhibition.

He will be at the free preview of the show in the Derby Room, Leigh Library, between 4.30pm and 7pm on April 2.

The exhibition which runs throughout the month will feature mostly original paintings, with some prints, and many will be on sale.

The artists have recently produced modern pieces for show in Atherton shops during the borough's Word 05 Literary festival

Anyone wishing to join the group should ring 01942 873630 or 01942 795406.