THE Artrix in Bromsgrove has won the Worcestershire "What’s On Reader’s Award" for Best Small Theatre or Arts Venue in Worcestershire.

Over 25,000 public votes were cast in the magazine’s inaugural awards.

Artrix was voted the winner in this category with other nominees including The Swan Theatre, Worcester, The Palace Theatre, Redditch and Number 8 Community Arts, Pershore, with the runner-up prize being awarded to Evesham Arts Centre.

Hannah Phillips, Artrix’s Director said ‘We’re absolutely thrilled to have won this award. Thank you so much to everyone who voted for us. We’re celebrating our 11th birthday this month, what a wonderful present."