If you like poetry, whisky and haggis, a Burns Night supper will be just the ticket.

Daniel and Caroline Pitt, of Okus Road, will be celebrating the birthday of the late Scottish poet in Old Town next Saturday.

And around 140 people are expected to join the festivities in Devizes Road Church Hall.

The couple have hosted a party marking the occasion for the past four years, but this is the first time a kilt-clad Scottish piper will feature.

Mr Pitt, 49, said: "We have arranged for a Scottish piper to lead the procession. The event is great fun and the perfect way to enjoy Scottish songs and whisky."

Toasting a haggis, reciting Scottish poetry and sampling five malt whiskies are just some of the activities planned.

Proceeds from the celebrations, which start at 7.30pm, will go towards the Christ Church Skyline Appeal. The appeal, launched in 2001, aims to raise £1.5 million to fund urgent repairs to the spire and the building.

Tickets should be bought in advance and cost £12, or £18 to include five malt whiskies. For bookings call 01793 522832 or 01793 521732.

Robert Burns was a Scottish poet and exciseman from Ayrshire who died in 1796. His birthday, on January 25, is traditionally celebrated by Scots.