CYNICS are welcome - so says a psychic performing in North Yorkshire next month.

Medium Stephen Holbrook will appear at Richmond Town Hall on Wednesday, September 8.

Mr Holbrook, of Wakefield, West Yorkshire, is a longstanding friend of singer Jane McDonald, whose appearance on a cruise ship TV documentary and subsequent fame he says he predicted.

He said: "I welcome anybody who is serious and I welcome total sceptics. It's an emotional rollercoaster. I would say to the cynics 'Come along and see for yourself'."

Tickets cost £9 and can be reserved by calling (01924) 898688. Alternatively, payment can be made at the door, although booking in advance is recommended.