Tommy Walsh of BBC Ground Force fame, the mould-breaking television series that launched a thousand decks and probably as many miles of fencing, is to be guest of honour at the Batsford Timber open day to be held on Saturday, March 20.

Based in the majestic forest of Longleat, Batfords specialist fencing and landscape timber centre will be host to this unmissable event.

Tommy Walsh will be on hand to give helpful advice on decking and landscaping projects.

Various specialists will be available to answer questions on other projects such as, sheds, chalets and summer houses etc.

Also experts in both timber fencing and electric fencing will be on site.

Bob Clark of Batsford Timber said: "We look forward to welcoming our many friends and families to this great event, there will be plenty of interesting things to see and do. I am a big fan of Tommy and the Ground Force team - they have done a great service for the outdoor timber industry in the promotion of this wonderful versatile material.

"I am sure that some of our visitors will make a day of it by enjoying many of the well known attractions in Longleat".

Refreshments will be available.