A CHARITY in York, which helps reconnect lonely and isolated individuals to the community, is holding an auction to raise funds for a new minibus.

Activ8 Learning’s auction will take place at the Everyman Cinema on Blossom Street in York on November 8, from 6.30pm to 10pm.

The charity, based at the York Eco Business Centre, Clifton Moor, wants to raise £33,000 to buy a disabled access minibus to help isolated and lonely people. Place early bids on items ahead of the auction by visiting: http://www.activ8learning.co.uk/items-being-auctioned-in-our-minibus-fundraiser/