Ian Dury's former band The Blockheads will be performing in Carlisle this coming weekend.

Probably best known for their 1979 number one Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick, they will be at the Old Fire Station on Saturday (February 25).

Since Dury's death in March 2000, The Blockheads have continued to play gigs up and down the country .

Tickets are available from the Carlisle Tourist Information Centre (01228 598596) or via the Old Fire Station website