A VIOLIN virtuoso is returning home this weekend for a concert that will bring a financial boost to three charitable causes.

Guisborough-born Craig Owen, who has performed across the globe with the likes of Tina Turner and Sir Cliff Richard, is bringing his band to Kirkleatham Museum, Redcar, for a special performance on Sunday, October 28.

The concert will be raising funds for the mayor of Redcar and Cleveland, Councillor Denise Bunn's chosen charities - Macmillan Cancer Support, Parkinson's UK and the Saltburn Animal Rescue Association.

His new compositions 'Amor' and 'Song for Hong Kong' were recently showcased on Classic FM.

The show begins at 7.30pm, with doors opening at 6.30pm. Tickets cost £12 and are available from Redcar Tourist Information 01642-471921, Bike Scene in Guisborough 01287-610735, Saltburn Health Foods 01287-624622, Greensleeves Music Shop in Guisborough 01287-636028 or the Mayor's Office 01642-444501.