A GROUP of churches have extended an open invitation to join them for a "blokes curry night."

The plans have been put together by St Stephen and All Martyrs Church, together with Christians in Bolton, Christ Church Pennington Leigh and the Way.

Bishop Mark Ashcroft will feature as a guest speaker, while the event promises "inspiration and food."

The curry night will take place at Achari on Crook Street, Bolton on Tuesday October 26.

Attendees will need to pay £16 and can register their interest by calling Rev Jonathan Moores on 07753427329 or by emailing Blokescurrynight@outlook.com.

They will need to register their interest by October 19.