JACK'S preparing to battle with a giant at the Royal Court Theatre, Bacup, on Saturday.

Bacup Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society's pantomime stars Elizabeth Haworth as Jack and Kenneth Marshall as Dame Trot.

The giant, played by Jason Sharp, is learning to stilt walk for the show which opens on Saturday, January 6.

The show runs until January 13 with matinees on Saturdays. Tickets cost £6 or £5 and are available by calling 01706 874080.