OWNERS of antique and modern guns can have their weapons valued free of charge at a pair of events next month.

Holt’s Auctioneers’ Valuation Days will be held on October 21, at Orvis in Harrogate, and on October 22, at The Nag’s Head near Thirsk.

Items which are viewed under the free and informal valuations can be put forward to the auctioneer’s next sale on December 11.

Appointments are available between 10am and 5pm, to book or for more information phone 01485 542822.