SHIVER me timbers but there's some monkey business going on down at the Nether Stowey village hall.

The Quantock Players' latest production is a tall tale of pirates, buried treasure and lots of bananas.

The traditional tale of Jim and Long John Silver is given a humorous touch by the Players whose previous shows including Cinderella have always delighted audiences across the region.

This year's laugh-a-minute panto takes place at Nether Stowey village hall from Wednesday, December 2 to Saturday, December 5 at 7.30 pm. There is a matinee show onSaturday, December 5 starting at 2.30 pm.

The show has something for all ages.

Tickets are just £5 for adults, and just £2.50 for children under 16 years. They are available from the usual outlets, Littles, Quantock Stores or from Wendy on Tel: 733107.

*Photo shows Long John Silver, played by Mike Onions who is also directing the show, and Ben Gunn played by Katherine Selley.