THE Shepards are a tight-knit family who have been farming in Worcestershire for generations and are determined to keep it that way. Foot and mouth rages and the family decide to cut themselves off from the outside world but the ghostly vision of a small boy changes all of their lives for ever.

A family drama that combines raw emotion with black comedy, Red Skies Over The Severn has been specially written for the Worcester Swan Theatre by Lance Woodman.

Directed by Jenny Stephens, artistic director, the play is sure to pull on the heart strings of even the toughest young farmer.

It runs from October 25 to November 10 and booking details are on 01905 27322.