DARLINGTON Jazz Festival returns to the town tomorrow (Thursday, April 23).

The popular event will see jazz musicians and fans descend on the town for four days of live performances.

Acts including The Simon Read Octet, Nicola Farnon Trio, Al Wood and the Durham Alumni Big Band will entertain crowds at this year's festival, which also includes workshops and outdoor concerts.

The festival runs from Thursday, April 23 until Sunday, April 26 and will be staged at a host of venues including the Voodoo Cafe, Clervaux Bakery, The Quakerhouse, The Dolphin Centre and St Augustine's Parish Centre.

Detailed information and tickets are available online at darlingtonjazzfestival.co.uk.