AN EARLY Christmas supper is being offered to people aged over 55 on Portland this Friday.

The free annual event is being held at Ladymead Hall, sheltered housing in Easton and will include entertainment from an island choir and a visit from Santa.

The festive supper, hosted by Dorset Blue Care Limited, is taking place from 4pm until 7pm.

Organiser Dawn Brocklehurst said: β€œIt’s a small gathering for the community, we give them a Christmas supper, a hot drink and there will be Santa and a choir singing acapella.”

All are welcome but places are limited so please book by calling 01305 824776 to avoid disappointment.