VILLAGERS have been invited to help former soldiers on a special day.

Clr Terry Lyons has helped organise a balloon race in Meltham on Remembrance Day.

The event will raise money for the Royal British Legion and Help for Heroes.

Clr Lyons said: “It will be 11/11/11 – there won’t be another one for a hundred years. I also think it’s unique that we’re having a joint fundraiser for the two charities.”

The balloon race begins at 11am behind St Bartholomew’s Church Hall.

Entry to the event costs £1.