AN international recording artist and film star will be appearing at St Stephen's Church in Astley as part of the Raise The Roof concert series.

Michael James, who appeared alongside Burt Reynolds in Smokey and the Bandit II and Stick, is the star attraction of the series to raise funds for a new church roof.

Tickets for the show at the Manchester Road church starting at 7.30pm on Saturday, October 1, cost £10.

To buy tickets or for more information call Philip on 01942 879608 or e-mail p.dand2011@btinternet.com.