FIFTY years on from his first UK tour in 1965, US folk music veteran Tom Paxton has returned to the UK.

See him at The Anvil on Tuesday, May 19 at 7.30pm.

Joining him on this 50 Years On tour is special guest Robin Bullock.

The five decades have seen the recording of many enduring songs, and thousands of live performances around the world, as well as a Lifetime Achievement Grammy Award in 2009.

Celebrated amongst his peers and audiences alike, Tom is one of the most highly regarded, loved, and best known folk singer/songwriters of his generation.

With timeless classics such as The Last Thing On My Mind, Bottle Of Wine, and Ramblin' Boy, he portrays through his songs and his famously generous nature, a true desire for justice, and to bring people together.

Tom Paxton is a joyful treat, a revered figure in folk music and a voice of his generation.

Tickets: £27.50 (includes £1 booking fee)

Box office: 01256 844244, anvilarts.org.uk