A HUGE fundraising success in St Mary Bourne has resulted in a new recreation area for the village.

Despite encountering difficulties in getting money from some sources fundraisers reached their target ahead of schedule so that the village now has a fantastic new facility.

The project has an all-weather surface, accommodating a full-size tennis court and two mini-tennis courts, football and basket ball and a variety of other games suitable for young people of all ages, as well as adults.

For the full story see Friday's Andover Advertiser