A HANDFUL of tickets for the prestigious Women of the Year awards lunch at Horncliffe Mansion on June 11 are still available.

The event is the highlight of Rossendale Hospice's fundraising calendar and to date the special events committee has raised more than £100,000. The committee is looking for the exceptional lady who lives up to the title of 2004 Rossendale Woman of the Year.

Now in its fifth year, the event has attracted nominations from all walks of life and helped to generate funds for the hospice. The event raised nearly £10,000 last year. For tickets ring thee Hospice on 01706 240081.