THE Royal Horticultural Society Garden, Rosemoor, in Devon, is delighted to host an exhibition which will bring together over 100 of the country?s finest artists and craftspeople.

The exhibition runs from March 8 to 20 and is in aid of the Great Torrington Mayor?s Appeal. Fifty per cent of the proceeds will go to local charities, North Devon Hospice and Highbridge House.

Anne Tattersall, Mayor of Torrington and Marketing Executive at RHS Garden, Rosemoor, said: ?I am really excited about the quality and diversity of artists taking part. I wanted to do something a bit more dynamic than traditional fund-raising events and I am overwhelmed by the generosity of all the artists I approached to take part and to Cono-sur wine who are sponsoring the private view on March 7 in conjunction with Safeway Limited.?

Judith James, who owns the renowned Waterside Gallery in Instow, North Devon, said: ?The Art Appeal exhibition should prove to be one of the most exciting art exhibitions ever held in North Devon. It will be an opportunity to see the wealth and variety of artistic talent in our community. It brings together a collection of work by over 100 of the most highly regarded artists in the region, including painters, potters, sculptors, carvers, jewellery and textile designers and photographers, many of whom have gained recognition in this country and abroad.

Entry to the exhibition is £5 including a visit to the gardens. RHS members free.