A CONCERT was held at a mansion near Wem, joining other parts of the country to mark the longest day of the year.

Soulton Hall marked the Summer Solstice in its grounds on Wednesday, June 21.

The longest day of the year was marked at Long Barrow and a concert which involved storytelling, poetry and singing from choirs, The Mere Singers and The Morning Sun Singers, was also held and money was raised for Severn Hospice.

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Soulton Hall owner, Tim Ashton was pleased with how the day went.

He said: "It was a very well-attended concert.

Whitchurch Herald: The day was marked at Long Barrow.The day was marked at Long Barrow. (Image: Soulton Hall)

"There were around 100 people in the audience and 50 singers.

"The concert raised £791.60 which will go to Severn Hospice.

"We agreed between ourselves to send the money to Severn Hospice.

"It is an amazing charity and they do outstanding work."

Tim added: "It was a very beautiful concert.

"There was storytelling and poetry.

"The weather was nice and it was a very enjoyable evening."

Whitchurch Herald: The concert raised money for Severn Hospice.The concert raised money for Severn Hospice. (Image: Soulton Hall)

The Soulton Hall owner explained that the event sold out quickly and some people were unable to buy tickets.

He said: "We very very much fully subscribed.

"Unfortunately some people were unable to come."

Whitchurch Herald: Visitors were able to enjoy listening to singing, poetry and storytelling.Visitors were able to enjoy listening to singing, poetry and storytelling. (Image: Soulton Hall)

Tim added: "There was also a gathering at the Long Barrow in the morning with the rising sun.

"There were about 40 people.

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"It was marked all day long.

"There were things going on here from the rising sun at 4.40 am to 9.40 pm.

"It was a long day, but it made lovely memories for lots of people."