Jane McCarry, who plays Isa in 'Still Game'; Lorraine Kelly; Mark Hayes from GMTV; and MP and TV presenter Anne Widdecome have all signed up support the Fankerton hospice.

And, with the help of the stars, Strathcarron's programme of events for this year is set to appeal to everyone.

Angela Gillies, fundraising manager, said: "We have been working really hard to organise events to suit people within the communities we serve, and have enlisted the support of some famous people to help us to raise the £45,000 that we now have to raise each week to provide our services."

The star-studded fundraising events begin with a Ladies Night with Jane McCarry at Airth Castle Hotel on March 28, and the event is already sold out.

Dog walkers are also invited to join in the fundraising fun with Bark in the Park events which are taking place in Falkirk, Alloa, Cumbernauld and Stirling.

Falkirk owners will have the chance to exercise their pets for charity on August 17 at Callendar Park.

The first 100 to enter will receive a free doggy bag and dog tag.
A Moonlight Saunter for Strathcarron has also been organised.

This sponsored stroll through the grounds of the Scottish Police College in Tulliallan takes place on June 28 and is a must for those who cannot manage the Edinburgh Moonwalk.

But, if dancing is more your thing, Strathcarron will be holding a ball on May 16 at the Inchyra Grange Hotel.

Lorraine Kelly will be guest of honour, and Mark Hayes, fashion guru from GMTV, will also be joining in.

Ticket price is £50, which includes a fizz reception, four-course meal, and dancing to Wrapped Up from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.

The hospice has also announced that Anne Widdecombe will be guest speaker at a dinner on Saturday, June 21, at Airth Castle Hotel.

The price is £40, which includes a welcome drink and a three-course meal, and the hospice think it's a night not to be missed.

Another big date in the hospice's fundraising calendar is the inter-service and company challenge family fun day.

Now in its third year, this year's event will again be held at the Scottish Police College in Tulliallan on September 24.

The hospice is inviting teams from the emergency services to enjoy a day of inter-service competition and rivalry.

For more information, or to buy tickets, contact the fundraising team on (01324) 826222 or e-mail angela.gillies@strathcarronhospice.org.uk

d.punshon@falkirkherald.co.uk