Tools for Self Reliance is holding its annual open day at its Netley Marsh workshop on Saturday, June 30, from 11am.

As well as a workshop tour, the event will feature craft stalls, wood carving, stick making, a forge, a hurdle maker, competitions and live jazz.

Entry is free and car parking is at the steam rally site, 100 yards past the workshops in Ringwood Road.

TFSR aims to empower artisans working in the developing countries such as Uganda, Ghana, Tanzania and Zimbabwe by providing them with the tools, sewing machines and materials required to increase their businesses and teaching them the skills to use and repair the tools.

For more information about the charity or to offer your services as a volunteer call 023 8086 9697 or email info@tfsr.org