ONE of Worcester's most historic buildings is getting a lick of paint in time for the summer.

Scaffolding has gone up at the Guildhall - which was built almost 300 years ago - is getting a lick of paint in time for the summer.

A spokesman from Worcester City Council, which owns the building, said the building's windows, door frames and drain pipes were being repainted and work should be finished by Saturday, May 17.

The building and car park are open as normal while the work is carried out.