CROFT Castle, near Leominster, will be hosting theatre with a difference on Thursday, July 31, at 7pm, when The Pantaloons Theatre Company present their own inimitable take on the History of Britain.

With mud, blood and stiff upper-lips, The Pantaloons' History of Britain presents our country's past as you've never seen it before. Visitors can enjoy the breathless race through the centuries in this delightfully inventive open-air show that tells the story of Britain in less than two hours. The historically hysterical show is packed with songs, sketches and silliness and is suitable for all ages and takes place on the front lawn at Croft with the castle as the stunning backdrop.

The critically acclaimed Pantaloons began life ten years ago as an open-air theatre company, busking plays for donations in parks and on the streets, where they developed an attention-grabbing, interactive and playful performance style.

"We characterise our work as post-modern folk theatre," says Mark Hayward, a founding member of the company and co-writer of the play. "We take well-loved tales - in this case stories from history - and give them a contemporary twist."

In true Pantaloons tradition the show will include plenty of original live music, puppetry, audience participation and improvisation and visitors are advised to bring a picnic and something to sit on.

For further details, or to book, call Croft Castle’s property office on 01568 780246.