The fourth annual season of summer concerts at Kirkharle Courtyard is returning to St. Wilfrid's Church.

From July to October, the historical venue, a 14th-century Grade 1 listed site, will host a series of lunchtime concerts by professional musicians from the area.

Organiser Sue Hurrell said: "This year’s concerts will be just as inspiring and exciting as previous years.

"You can be sure that whatever your favourite genre of music is, every concert will be accessible and brilliantly played by regional professional musicians.

"Come and experience fabulous live music in this historic and intimate setting."

The concert series starts with the Kirkharle String Quartet on July 10, followed by a line-up of performers including Gareth Davies-Jones on July 24 and the Ruth Lambert Trio on August 7.

September will see performances by Clare Crinson and Alison Gill, and Janice Burns and Jon Doran.

Adam Wood and Celia Bouch will conclude the series on October 2.

Each concert will commence at 1.30pm and last for about an hour.

Tickets are priced at £15.75, with a cup of tea and a scone included to enjoy post-performance.

A season ticket is available, offering six concerts for the cost of five if booked before 5pm on July 22.

In a move to enhance the ticketing process and support a good cause, tickets will be available via Ticketpass, an ethical platform that donates half its profits to charity.

It is supporting 'Live Music Now' through this initiative.

Tickets can be purchased online at kirkharlecourtyard.co.uk/events or in person at Brown’s Larder at Kirkharle Courtyard.

Recently, The Running Fox has taken over the café at Kirkharle.

Those who wish to add lunch or afternoon tea to their visit are encouraged to book directly with The Running Fox.