A HOUSE buying spree is on the cards in Tidworth in August when 77 former MoD homes will be sold to the general public.

The homes are being sold by Annington Homes which acquired a considerable stock of MoD housing some years ago. A similar sale in Bulford attracted considerable interest in the spring.

Tidworth Residents' Forum heard that the sale is expected to take place at the end of the month and that estate agents are not involved.

Prices will only be released 48 hours before the sale but the homes are expected to be keenly priced.

A number of the homes will be reserved for those with military connections.