A BUST of Stourport's most famous son has been rescued from obscurity to resume pride of place in the town's library.

The bronze head-and-shoulders of three-times former prime minister Stanley Baldwin - born in Bewdley in 1867 but who spent more time in Stourport - now welcomes visitors to the Mitton Street amenity. Jill Fairbrother Millis from Stourport Civic Society with the bust of Stanley Baldwin.

It was unveiled earlier this month by his grandson Earl Baldwin as the culmination of the town's National Local History Week.

Events focused on Stourport's two most well-known historical figures, Mr Baldwin and controversial publisher George Nicholson, who worked in Bridge Street in the early 19th century.

Stourport librarian Maureen Hobbs said: "When the building opened in 1972 the bust had been displayed in the exhibition room, but the use of the room changed so we decided to put it in the foyer where everybody can see it.

"It's made a real difference to the entrance."

The sculpture, dated 1940, was presented to the library by the Baldwin family, whose foundry used to stand where the county buildings - including the library - were built.

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the new library opening and as well as displays provided by Stourport Civic Society on Mr Baldwin and Mr Nicholson, there is also a small feature on the library itself.