A new musical director has been appointed to Stamford Bridge Singers.

Stuart Nettleship, formerly director of Music at Queen Margaret’s School in Esckrick, has directed choirs throughout the UK for many years, and fills the post left vacant by the group’s founder, Michael Wiles, following his retirement.

The group’s autumn cabaret is entitled Just One of Those Things and will be performed at Gate Helmsley Village Hall on Saturday, September 27.

Tickets cost £12.50 or £5 for children under 16, and include a two-course meal. For additional information either phone (01759) 372215 or 07980 003679.