Pictured: Dan and John toast the announcement of Oddfest

After success in 2011 the Oddfellows Arms in Astwood Bank is planning two fund raising events for 2012.

Landlord John Hodgetts and his son Dan are now calling on their friends in the music industry to support 'Oddfest' after the trial run raised £480 in a single day for the Make a wish Foundation.

The funds were boosted by an additional £300 after Dan's company Pertemps People Development Group with offices in Redditch, agreed to make a donation from their payroll giving scheme.

"I read about the work of the Make a Wish Foundation and helping children with life limiting illness is always an excellent cause to support," explained Dan.

"It was a tremendous day with several bands playing, food and drink sales, face painting and a silent auction. All the musicians donated their time free so we we're able to raise a significant amount for the charity and hopefully even more next year."

PPDG has an extensive community support programme and is itself extremely proud of recently surpassing the £150,000 milestone of giving back through payroll donations.

PR Manager Phil Pemble said: The Company is always willing to support employees like Dan who give up their own time to undertake charitable work.

"It's a novel way to fund raise and everyone connected with the pub seems to have hit upon a recipe for success. Congratulations are certainly in order and we look forward to supporting next year's event."

For more information about Pertemps People Development Group, please visit their website here: www.ppdg.co.uk