AN award-winning Whitefield band is heading to Glasgow to compete in a major competition.

Besses o'th' Barn Band has been invited to play in the Scottish Open Brass Band Championship on November 28.

Members have to fund the trip themselves and are appealing to the local community for help.

Secretary Jean Heyes said: "The band was personally invited to take part in this event and we would like to ask if any local businesses or individuals could contribute to our costs. Besses oth Barn Band has to pay for its own trips and we are competing against other bands who have sponsorship."

Anyone who can help should contact Jean by ringing 01772 463187.