DURING November Stones Solicitors in Okehampton will be taking part in Will Aid's Make a Will Month.

Instead of charging their normal fees for a basic will during November, the solicitors will invite will-makers to make a donation to Will Aid charities instead.

The solicitors are now booking appointments and advise people to book early as demand will be high. Will Aid provides an affordable way to protect loved ones and give to a charity at the same time. The suggested minimum donation is £90 for a single will, £135 for mirror wills, or £40 for a codicil or change to a previous will.

Shirley Marsland, campaign manager for Will Aid said: 'Often people make the assumption that if they die without a will, their loved ones will still automatically be provided for, but solicitors know that this can be far from the truth.

'Will Aid is a fantastic opportunity to get an affordable will with one of our friendly and approachable solicitors.

'They are giving their time without any payment to help you look after your loved ones and to support some very worthwhile causes.'

The money raised is shared between the participating charities — ActionAid, Age UK, British Red Cross, Christian Aid, NSPCC, Save the Children, Sightsavers, SCIAF and Trocaire — and provides vital funds to help people build their communities and improve their future in the UK and around the world.