Indie-folk musician Seth Lakeman is following up recent tours with Billy Bragg and The Levellers by coming to Darwen for a headline gig on June 16.

The Mercury Prize nominee, who plays guitar, violin and viola, will perform at the Library Theatre as part of a mammoth UK tour.

Devon-born Lakeman has just released his third solo album, Freedom Fields.

He has collaborated with folk luminaries such as Kate Rusby and Cara Dillon.

Seth Lakeman will perform at Darwen Library Theatre on June 16. Tickets, priced £12.50 are available on 01254 706006.