Fund-raiser has audiences crying with laughter,

Circus Berzercus brought the circus to Payhembury for some big top magic to raise money for the village pre-school.

The double act treated more than 100 visitors to a spectacular show of circus skills with juggling, magic tricks, unicycling, comedy and music in aid of Payhembury Pre-School.

The event raised more than �600 and had audiences crying with laughter in the village hall.

Chairman Nicki Leach said: “It was such great fun for all those watching. I was literally crying with laughter.

“It’s lovely that we have been able to hold a fundraiser which appeals to all ages of the community, meanwhile raising over �600 for the Pre-School.”