Eagle-eyed readers may have spotted the Lydbrook Band featured in the latest ad campaign for the National Lottery. The band play the catchy Gilbert O'Sullivan tune 'Ooh-wakka-doo-wakka-day' in an advertisement for a Christmas Day draw.

Robert Morgan, from Lydbrook Band, explained: "The band was totally involved with the Lotto advert. Our first experience was the sound recordings in the Lydbrook band room when we performed the special Christmas song arrangement, which was followed by an exciting visit to St Albans for the filming.

"The band thoroughly enjoyed the filming. It was great to become film stars for the day and to experience the Christmas atmosphere being created – thanks to The National Lottery. It was a great experience to take part in such a major event."

Lydbrook Band, which has received over £9,900 of lottery funding, highlight how The National Lottery not only benefits winners, but also the 420,000-plus projects across the UK that have been supported by National Lottery players.

For the full story please see this week's Ross Gazette.