Arthritis Care is to run a series of workshops, called You Can Break the Pain Cycle, in Wiltshire.

They will help people learn techniques to manage their pain more effectively.

The free two-hour sessions will be led by volunteers who themselves have arthritis. The charity will visit Cricklade on October 28. Other towns and villages, including Marlborough, will follow next month.

Jayne Dunn, of Arthritis Care, said: "We have been running these workshops in the South West for several years and people who have attended in the past have been amazed by the results."

For details call Christine Knight on 01980 624993