A PACKED programme has been drawn up for Nelson Royal Britiish Legion’s armed forces weekend celebrations.

The venue for the gathering, this Saturday and Sunday, will once again be Holmefield House, in Gisburn Road, Barrowford.

The opening event tomorrow will see the Cadet Dance Troupe and Rockit Kids join headliner Maria Manchester, who will be performing a range of wartime classics.

Mayor of Pendle Coun Graham Roach will be the special guest on Saturday for the annual drumhead service at 3.30pm.

And Burnley Alliance Silver Band are lined up for Sunday, from 3pm, alongside traditional attractions.