A church is set to host a family cinema evening in a bid to raise money for orphans in Sri Lanka.

Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church in Palmerston Road, Buckhurst Hill, will broadcast the Christmas-themed comedy film next month alongside hot chocolate, mince pies, cakes, popcorn and mulled wine.

A presentation on charity, Hope in Sri Lanka, which provides help in housing, feeding and caring for orphanages, neglected, abandoned and orphaned children in Sri Lanka, will also be previewed before the showing.

Admission is free however donations are welcome.