CHRISTMAS might seem a long way off but time is running out to enter Orpington’s Christmas Carol competition.

The Walnuts Shopping Centre and News Shopper are calling on schools and youth music groups to write their very own carol for the chance to win £500.

A selection of finalists will be invited to perform at a concert on November 19.

Walnuts Centre manager Martin Price said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for local schools and youth music groups.

“I am really looking forward to hearing the entries.”

Entry forms can be found at thewalnutsshoppingcentre.com and newsshopper.co.uk.

Forms and recordings need to be submitted by October 17 and emailed to thewalnuts@pmwcom.co.uk or posted to Orpington’s Carol Competition, c/o PMW Communications, Stane Court, Stane Street, Billingshurst, West Sussex, RH14 9HP.

For terms and conditions visit thewalnutsshoppingcentre.com