The balloons will be going up to mark the opening of a new-look hotel next Thursday.

Kidderminster mayor, Peter Dyke, will release 250 helium balloons at The Granary Hotel and Restaurant, Shenstone, each one representing £1,000 of the £250,000 that has been spent on the venue's refurbishment.

Anyone finding one of the balloons will be able to take advantage of a special dining offer.