A MEMORIAL concert for Stourport 70s pop star Clifford T Ward will be held next month.

A musical line-up will pay homage to the singer/songwriter at The Gainsborough Hotel, Kiddermin-ster, on Sunday, February 3.

And a collection will be held with proceeds going to Tenbury Hospital where the singer spent his last days.

The unassuming star, once dubbed the new Paul McCartney, lost his 17-year battle with multiple sclerosis last month.

The 57-year-old father-of-four was best remembered for his top 10 hit Gaye but it was his stoic battle against MS which brought him a new legion of admirers in later years.

Ticket priority will be given to members of the Friends of Clifford T Ward society.

For tickets, send a stamped self-addressed envelope to Roy Smith, 13 Oakapple Close, Astley Cross, Stourport.