A FREE traditional tea dance is being organised as part of the Halesowen St George’s Day celebrations.

Dudley Council is organising this year’s event which will take place on Saturday, April 25 in Halesowen.

As well as live music and street entertainment there is a ticket only tea dance in the Cornbow Hall from 1pm until 3pm, with doors opening at 12.30pm.

Mayor of Dudley, Councillor Margaret Aston said: “Tickets for the tea dance always go really quickly and I’d recommend that people interested in attending book their place now."

“This St George’s Day event should be a really busy one and we hope that people from all communities join us in celebrating the day.”

She added: "The event will include a patriotic singalong, live music and dancing. There will also be children’s activities at Halesowen Library, traditional fairground rides and the Great Halesowen Hill Bake-Off."

Those coming along will enjoy dance and music from Avril Watkins and a live stage performance from local musical favourite Maggie O’Hara.

The day kicks off at 10.30am with music from Porky, Halesowen Scout Band, a sing-along on the main stage and an official opening by the Mayor of Dudley at noon.

A brass band will play the civic party off and the Sedgley Morris Men will entertain the crowds with some traditional folk dancing. Baby dragon (puppets) and their handlers will be walking among the crowds.

There will be music and entertainment on the main stage, and there are still slots available for dance groups and choirs interested in performing.

Traditional children’s rides, a barrel organ, face painting and craft activities will be provided by Dudley Council’s Juniors at Museums club.

Tickets are available on a first come first served basis and include a free hot drink and biscuit. To apply for tickets contact Kate Rochester-Jones on 01384 818186 or email kate.rochester-jones@dudley.gov.uk.