THE PALACE Theatre in Redditch will be packed with traditional end of the pier variety entertainment on Saturday, July 22, when the Summertime Special rolls into Worcestershire.

The show, which stars 1960s recording artist Craig Douglas, brings Blackpool's Golden Mile and Pleasure Beach to those not lucky enough to be going to the country's most famous seaside resort this summer.

Joining Craig will be ventriloquist John Boucher, piano entertainer Mike Terry and singer Caroline Fields, while musical comedy will be provided by Billy Bedlam.

Tickets cost £10.50 for a matinee and £13.50 for an evening show (family ticket costs £40) and can be bought by calling the box office on 01527 65203.