PLANS are under way for the return of a spectacular outdoor event.

The Little Bentley Hall Waterways and Garden Show is returning this year to raise money for a variety of local charities.

The five shows held since its launch in 2001 have raised more than £305,000.

The private gardens of Virginia and Christopher Palmer-Tomkinson at Little Bentley Hall will be open between 10am and 5.30pm on May 30.

Visitors can visit specialist plant and garden stalls, along with a number of other attractions, and food will be served all day.

Admission costs £5 on the gate or in advance.

A gala evening is also planned for between 6pm and 9pm, when there will be live music, wine and canapes.

It is ticket-only and requires a donation of at least £15, and numbers are limited.

To book, call 01206 250622, 07802 282193 or e-mail nigel@garden-shows.com For more information, go to littlebentley.net