AWARD-winning folk musicians are flocking to Worcester.

Following in the footsteps of John Tams and Barry Coupe, who picked up Best Duo category at prestigious BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards earlier this month, comes Martin Simpson, pictured right, who picked up awards for Best Album and Best Original Song at the same ceremony.

Simpson, who was born in Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, is who is renowned for his work with June Tabor as well as his own solo guitar work, which has kept him in the business for more than 30 years.

He will be performing at Huntingdon Hall in May.

The show will see him perform tracks from his award-winning album.

Call the Worcester Live box office on 01905 611427 or visit www.worcesterlive.co.uk.