THE annual reunion of the Austin East Works will take place at the Greenlands Social Club on December 16.

This year's event will be open to any former-Longbridge staff from 12.30pm, to join with old employees and reminisce about days spent at the once-famous factory.

Austin historian John Baker and the Austin History Roadshow will be on hand to answer any questions about the motor company.

Historian Keith Woodfield said: "We are always on the lookout for more Austin memorabilia. If you have anything of interest please bring it along. We will photocopy it and it will then be included on the website."

Mr Woodfield added that he would soon be stepping back from his role in the Austin shows, at the age of 81.

He said: "I would like to thank the Bromsgrove Advertiser and the many people who have sent me many items of interest which has enabled me over the years to put together a comprehensive collection, which makes up the Austin History Roadshow 1905-2005."