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AS part of his benefit year, which he is sharing with The Children's Hospice South West based at Little Bridge House, Fremington, Marcus Trescothick (pictured) will be bringing a Somerset side to play Bideford in a 20/20 match at Bideford's Westward Ho! ground.

   The match will take place on the evening of Monday, August 11, starting at 5pm.

   Entrance costs £5 for adults, is free for children, and tickets are available and can be ordered in advance of the match from Jim Lowe at the address and telephone number below. Cheques should be made payable to BCC 20/20 Charity Match.

   The club is seeking sponsors for the game. If you would like more information about the sponsor's package (sponsors packages start from £50) please email Jim Lowe or call him on 01237 451193 or 07841 164774.

   The Club is also holding a benefit dinner for Marcus at the Royal Hotel in Bideford on the November 14. Again, the proceeds will be shared with Children's Hospice South West.

   Tickets for this event are £25 each, or £20 each if a table of 10 people is booked (i.e. £200 for a complete table if all seats are booked and paid for at the same time).

   Overnight accommodation is available at The Royal at a special B&B rate of £25 per person.

   Tickets for the dinner, and accommodation if required, can booked through The Royal Hotel, Bideford on (01237) 472005.

   If you require more information about both events please contact officers and committee members of the club.

   Former Test umpire David Shepherd will be supporting the match, and will also be taking on the role of MC for the benefit dinner in November.