MUSICIANS and artists come together in South Cumbria to raise money to aid the current refugee crisis across Europe.

An event at The Coach House, in Ford Park, tomorrow will raise funds for Ulverston Refugee Support, and will feature live bands as well as an art auction.

Leading the line-up will be local ska outfit Bad Transmission, playing a full set of self-penned originals.

Usually performing with seven or more on the stage, theirs is an eye-catching show, and they've won new fans with strong performances at events such as the Northbound and Magic Orchard festivals this summer.

Having revamped the line-up, the band headed into the studio earlier this year to capture the new sound, which still carries the trademark ska, punk and reggae influences, coming out with a five-track EP.

Manchester-based Sphelm appear in Ulverston for the second time this month, after guitarist Mike McKnight played a solo set under the same banner three weeks ago. The ambient electro-acoustic act bring with them a set of soundscapes, beautiful guitar and vocal harmonies, as featured on their debut EP, Orenda.

Lakes-based performer Sam Robinson is joined by his live band for a set steeped in folk music and Americana tradition – a timeless sound that has seen him play well-received shows all over the region, including performances in Ulverston this year at the Voco Sessions and Another Fine Fest.

Local artists will also be donating works to be auctioned off, with John Hall taking up the gavel.

Dan Payne from Dingo Barracks Promotions, who is organising the event, says: "My aim for this event is to draw on the talents of Ulverston's finest musicians and artists in the spirit of "doing what we can", however small, to raise money and show solidarity."

Numbers are limited due to capacity, so entrance is on a strictly first come, first served basis. Doors open at 6.30pm and there is a suggested donation of £5.