The talents of new artists will be showcased with the backdrop of a historic church near Worcester.

St Martin’s Church in Holt will host a festival showing off a mixture of paintings, textile art, pottery, and photography this weekend (18-19 May).

Artists Christine Benson, John Horton, Inglis Thomson, and pupils from Grimley and Holt Primary School will all be presenting their works.

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In addition to the displays, attendees will get to browse a plant stall and indulge in a spread of homemade cakes, cream teas, and ploughman's lunches.

Artist and co-organiser Mrs Benson said: "The exhibition is part of our wider efforts to raise awareness and funds for this beautiful and historic Grade 1 listed church."

She added: "Rural churches are part of the fabric of our history and communities but now – more than ever – they need our support if we’re to sustain their future."

Some art prints and cards will be available for purchase, although strictly only with cash.