SWINDON Foodbank is holding its annual ball next month to raise vital funds for the charity.

The operation costs in excess of £42,000 to run every year and the annual Foodbank Ball is one of the biggest fundraisers.

The Masquerade Ball will be at the Hilton Hotel on Friday, March 4, and tickets cost £47, including a drinks reception, food and entertainment.

Swindon Foodbank was launched in 2005 to offer support to help those facing sudden crisis such as illness, relationship breakdown or redundancy.

For tickets to the ball and for more information, visit www.swindonfoodbank.co.uk.