BEL Canto Singers are marking the 100th anniversary of the First World War with a special concert at Cookhill Village Hall.

The choir, which is made up of singers from Bromsgrove and Redditch, is set to perform a selection of popular songs, together with a range of sympathetic modern music, to mark a century since the end of World War One.

The concert will take place in Evesham Road at 7.30pm on Saturday, May 19.

Tickets cost £8, including light refreshments. To buy call 01527 461027.

Anyone interested in joining the choir and supporting local charities can take part in rehearsals at 7.30pm on Monday evenings at Crabbs Cross Methodist Church in Redditch. No previous singing experience is required.

Visit belcantosingers.uk for more information.