COMEDIANS Mark Lamarr and Ronnie Corbett are two of the stars in the line up at this year's Ross-on-Wye International Festival which starts today (Thursday).

Kicking off the festival tonight is Boy George and throughout the 11 days there will be other performers including Van Morrison, Joan Armatrading, folk bands and Robert Plant.

Dance and circus are also on the menu with the Scottish Ballet performing on Bank Holiday weekend and the Reduced Shakespeare Company putting in an appearance. For information call the box office on 01989 563330 or check out the website at www.festival.org.uk.