FORMER ITN newsreader Julia Somerville will be the guest star at a fund-raising concert in aid of Taunton's St Mary Magdalene Church.

The event, on March 26, takes place at the Castle Hotel and is part of the Magdalene Campaign, backed by the Somerset County Gazette.

Wells Cathedral Chamber Choir and the Emerald Ensemble are due to play at the event, which is raising funds for restoration work at the historic town centre church.

Tickets for the black tie event are priced £40, which includes a two-course champagne supper, and are available from Nigel Birkett on 01823-412751.