THE legend of Robin Hood springs to life at The Academy in Winsford.

Maid Marion, the merry men and good ladies of Nottingham came to town to promote a fun-filled panto.

Vale Royal Musical Theatre is busy rehearsing their latest family show which opens on Thursday, November 22.

The company has been entertaining audiences in the town for more than 51 years.

Actors earned themselves a Noda nomination for best pantomime with their last production of Sleeping Beauty.

The cast is promising lots of singing, dancing, laughter and joy for children and adults with their new show which takes to the stage from November 22 to 24 at 7pm with a matinee performance at 2pm on Saturday, November 24.

To book visit ticketsource.co.uk/event/261967.

For large group bookings and carer tickets visit facebook.com/valeroyalmusicaltheatre.