A LAST Night of the Proms concert to commemorate VE Day will be held in the grounds of a North Yorkshire castle tomorrow.

The Alan Owens Big Band and soloist Simon Stafford will perform in Richmond Castle.

The Richmond Town Council event will raise funds for four local charities - the Richmondshire Open Spaces Appeal, Richmond Meet, Easby Footpath Appeal and Richmond Station Project.

Organiser Councillor Stuart Parsons, the mayor of Richmond, said he was hoping for a large audience.

"We are looking forward to an evening of first-class entertainment by one of the region's most popular bands," he said.

"It will be a nostalgic evening for many and Union flags will be available on the night."

Gates open at 7pm and people are invited to bring chairs and picnics.

Tickets cost £10 in advance or £15 on the night. Tickets can be reserved by calling Coun Parsons on (01748) 823456 or (07714) 217162.