A COMMUNITY event promises a fun and enjoyable day for a good cause.

The Dorset County Priory Group of St John Ambulance are holding a community event on September 11 on the school field of Dunbury Church of England Academy in Blandford Forum at 11am to 3.30pm.

It will involve fayre type activities such as a bouncy castle, face painting, food and drinks. The Navy recruitment team will be there as well with a Virtual Reality game experience.

A spokesperson for the event said: "We want to make this a fun and enjoyable day out for local families. All proceeds made from the day will go to the lifesaving work that St John Ambulance provides"

The event will be attended by several local VIPS including Dorset HM Lord Lieutenant, High Sherriff as well as several local mayors.