Ref. 28564-03SNOWFLAKES were pitter pattering on to the stage at Wroughton Parish Hall over the weekend as young dancers prepared for a special show.

The artists, some of whom were as young as three, all attend Valerie Aris's dance classes in the village. They are due to perform to a sell-out crowd of around 130 proud parents and friends.

A show is held every couple of years, she explained, to show their families how they were progressing.

This year they are raising money for the NSPCC and Macmillan Cancer Relief.

The 32 mini performers, ranging from beginners to grade three, showed off their talents in ballet, modern dance and tap routines.

Royal Academy of Dance teacher Miss Aris said it gave the young children, who are all under eight, an opportunity to perform in public.