THE steering group for the Marsden Moor Project is holding a special meeting next month.

The day-long meeting will include talks and a visit to the National Trust's Marsden Moor estate.

The free meeting will be on Wednesday, September 22, at Marsden Mechanics Hall.

Simon Thorp, of The Heather Trust, which promotes moorland management, will give a talk.

It runs from 10.30am to 3.45pm.

For details, ring The Heather Trust on 01387 723201 or visit www.heathertrust.co.uk.