THE skies around the market town of Alcester will be awash with colour next weekend for a popular event.

Residents are being invited to the bonfire and firework extravaganza being held at Alcester Rugby Club.

The event is being held at the Birmingham Road club in Kings Coughton from 6.30pm on Friday, November 4.

The successful annual spectacular will include amusements, stalls, a bar and a barbecue.

Following the lighting of the bonfire at 7.30pm, there will be a traditional firework display to entertain crowds.

There will be free parking at the venue for spectators.

Tickets cost £5 for adults and £3 for children under 16. People can turn up on the night and pay the entrance fee.

For more information go to pitchero.com/clubs/alcesterrfc/calendar/event/2016-bonfire-alcester-rfc-292504 or email alcesterrfc@gmail.com.