HUNDREDS of people flocked to the open day of the Artrix arts centre in Bromsgrove on Saturday.

Members of the Sir Robert Cecil's Theatre Company at the re-launch alongside the donated Shakespeare statue - 'Will Words Come.' They are, left to right, Sean Straw, Gareth Huscared, Andy Woods, Janey Howarth and Richard Evans.

The Artrix originally opened in May but suffered a slow start, but the re-launch at the weekend went down a storm, with live bands, dancing activities, a pig roast, and Mr Doo the stilt walker and juggler, who entertained the children.

Marketing officer at Artrix, Bev Southall, said: "The day went down really well.

"Lots of new people attended and everyone was really impressed.

"The open day was run by staff and volunteers, so I would like to say thank you to all of the volunteers who assisted.

"As a result of the open day the box office has been really busy."