DARLINGTON'S Rhythm 'n' Brews Festival reaches its climax on Sunday with a packed programme of activities in the Market Square, the Dolphin Centre and several pubs.

The fun begins with a performance of gospel blues by Michael Mulroy at St Cuthbert's Church, at 11.15am.

The action moves to the Market Square at 1pm, with Eastside Torpedoes, followed at 2.30pm by The Nimmo Brothers with their high energy blues.

The afternoon concludes with a performance at 4pm from Eugene "Hideaway" Bridges.

Born in New Orleans, he has been described as a cross between BB King and Sam Cooke.

A full supporting programme of music can be found at venues throughout the day and into the evening.

The Quaker House hosts Roadhouse at 1.15pm, Off The Wall at 4.15pm and Dr Brown's Blues Band at 8pm.

The Pete Gilgan Band will perform at The Hole in the Wall pub at 1pm, followed by The Rhythm Bandits at 4pm.

The Pennyweight hosts Jet Martin at 4pm and The Hokum Hotshots at 8.30pm, while the Dolphin Centre has The Rhythm Method at 3pm and Little Stevie and the Business at 7pm. There will also be fairground rides for children in the Market Square.

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