A GARDEN Party and open day is to be held at Norwood Methodist Church.

The event takes place on Sunday, August 26 when visitors are invited to call in between 2pm and 5pm.

The chapel and retreat centre near Lindley Wood Reservoir - which is celebrating its 92nd anniversary - has just had its pews replaced and is having other improvements made.

Those include extending the centre's kitchen facilities, having its toilet made fully accessible and having the chapel redecorated.

Rev Philip MacDonald will lead a church anniversary service on the day at 2.30pm, which will be followed by refreshments.

Visitors will also be able to find out more about, and have a chance to join, the new Friends of Norwood support scheme.

*Bank Holiday teas will be served at the retreat from 11am on the following day - Monday, August 27.