A MARDI Gras-themed reception is being hosted by The Basingstoke Country Hotel, on Thursday, September 18.

Guests at the 6.30pm to 9.30pm event will learn how the positive changes at the hotel in Nateley Scures, near Hook, can benefit them and the area.

For more information, email basingstokecountryevents@thehotelcollection.co.uk.