BEETHOVEN rolls (over) into town next month to mark the end of a summer season of concerts.

Compton Verney is the venue for The Kingdom of the Spirit on September 9, a concert dedicated to the life and works of the famous composer.

Performed by the Medici string quartet, the concert stars actor, David Swift, as Beethoven, who is probably best known for his performances as news reader Henry in Channel 4's newsroom comedy Drop the Dead Donkey.

Tickets for the event cost £15 and are available from 01564 742728.