Photo walk: The 2013 programme of photo-walks, offered as part of The Flowers of the Dales Festival and Festival Bowland, kicks off with a day’s tutored photo walk around Austwick and Oxenber Wood on Tuesday. The event is aimed at those with limited or no photographic experience, but more advanced photographers are welcome. There is also a family ticket available to encourage people to come along with their children. The walk will be led by professional photographer Veronica Caperon and booking is essential. Full details can be found at veronicasgallery.co.uk, e-mail studio@veronicasgallery.co.uk or call 01729 824537.

Afternoon Fellowship: The Church Afternoon Fellowship had an enjoyable and informative presentation by George Gooch on his career in the fire and rescue service. The next meeting, on Wednesday, April 24, will welcome a speaker from Christian Aid. 

Field and Local History: At Wednesday’s meeting of Austwick Field and Local History Society, national park ranger Steve Hastie will talk about the Three Peaks Project. It will take place at the parish hall at 7.30pm. Non-members are welcome.