COLOUR will light up the skies around Alcester when a nearby sports club hosts its annual bonfire and fireworks party next month.

Alcester Ruby Football Club, near Kings Coughton, are holding the event on Friday November, 6 from 6.30pm with the bonfire lit at 7.30pm and a firework display at 8pm.

There will be a bar and a barbecue and a number of other amusements.

Entry costs £5 on the door with under 16s priced at £3 each. Pre-school children go free.

Tickets can be purchased in advanced for a reduced rate by visiting the club.

Free parking is available.