A FOLK rock band is coming to Coronation Hall on Saturday 18 October.

Founded in their native North West of England, Merry Hell is a folk rock band with a history, a pedigree and a bright future.

Their first three albums found favour with critics, broadcasters and music fans alike.

Gerry Colvin will also be performing.

Born in Barrow-in-Furness, Gerry joined pop band The Man Upstairs who toured with The Smiths.

He also co-founded and fronted the legendary John Peel favourite Terry & Gerry.