A MUSIC festival raising funds for Jeremy Corbyn's campaign ahead of the 'inevitable general election' is returning to Warrington.

Rock for Corbyn II will take place at Old Town House, on Buttermarket Street, next Saturday, August 26.

Last year's inaugural event raised almost £1,000 for Mr Corbyn's leadership campaign.

Momentum Warrington – a grassroots political organisation associated to the Labour leader – has helped to organise it.

It will feature performances from bands and solo artists from the region.

Kenny Watson, secretary of Momentum Warrington, said: "Rock for Corbyn II will be the second of the music festivals in Warrington in support of Jeremy Corbyn.

"The first was a phenomenal success with plenty of bands, food stalls and refreshments.

"Several hundred people attended over the day and evening, raising almost £1,000 in support of Jeremy.

"This second event is again at the Old Town House and should be even bigger and better than the first.

"We are hoping to make this an annual event in Warrington for socialists, music lovers and people who love a good time with great company.

"Funds raised at the event will be used to campaign in the lead up to the inevitable general election."

The event will take place from noon to midnight.

For further information visit the Rock For Corbyn II Facebook page.