SHAKESPEARE’S Hamlet will be staged in the atmospheric setting of Farnham Castle next week marking the launch of a new programme of outdoor theatre performances.

The Festival Players Theatre Company performance of Shakespeare’s great tragedy will commence at 7.30pm on Wednesday, July 6, in the beautiful grounds of the 12th century castle.

Barbecue food and pizzas will be available to purchase on the night along with a bar, and audience members are encouraged to bring their own chairs or rugs to sit on.

Tickets are available for purchase at the Farnham Castle reception (£16 adults and £10 children under 12 years old) or by calling 01252 721194.