A FESTIVAL on the Herefordshire border has been hailed a success.

The Presteigne Festival took place in the border town, as well as events in Leintwardine, at Leominster Priory, and over the border in Wales.

The festival showcased the work of English composer Benjamin Britten, with 13 musical concerts, plus more art events.

It has been hailed another success by organisers.

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Artistic director George Vass said: "At a time when many arts organisations in the UK are facing significant challenges, it was truly uplifting to witness such incredible support for the Presteigne Festival this year. The atmosphere in the town was fantastic, and our visiting audience and artists were made to feel welcome as always. The festival simply wouldn't be possible without the continued dedication of our regular festival hosts and volunteers – we feel extremely lucky to have Presteigne as our home."

There were screenings of three Wales-produced films (in partnership with Presteigne Screen), readings and talks from notable figures such as Sioned Davies, Thomas Hyde, Rhiannon Mathias, Nicholas Murray, Gavin Plumley, Oliver Soden and Peter Sutton. Nature enthusiasts also enjoyed a bat walk, organised in collaboration with the Radnorshire Wildlife Trust.

Local galleries and attractions contributed to the festival with other arts-based activity including exhibitions at the Sidney Nolan Trust and the Presteigne ‘Open Studios’ weekend which showed work by 36 local artists and makers, including several supported by the Sidney Nolan Trust Youth Arts Programme.