From the return of the biggest rural film festival in the UK to an award-winning orchestra, there's plenty to get up to in Malvern this week.

With an almost unbelievable story of a Syrian refugee and an inspiring artistic look at the future also on offer, there's lots to sink your teeth into this week.

Borderlines Film Festival 2024

Taking centre stage is the Borderlines Film Festival 2024.

The event, which is exclusively in-person, brings films from around the globe to audiences across a variety of locations, including Malvern Theatres.

The venue will see over 295 screenings as part of the festival.

From previews and new releases to community films and classics, there is something for every film fan.

The festival is set to begin on Friday (March 1), and run through to Sunday, March 17.

The Blackheart Orchestra

The Blackheart Orchestra will perform at the Malvern Cube on Saturday (March 2) at 8pm.

The orchestra, composed of multi-instrumentalists Chrissy Mostyn and Rick Pilkington, showcases a unique live show featuring up to 13 instruments.

The pair have been described as "a modern day Pink Floyd with influences from as far afield as Kate Bush".

Tickets are available online for £15, or £18 on the door (cash only).

Art to Imagine a Better Future

Embrace your artistic side at Art to Imagine a Better Future on Saturday (March 2) at Malvern St James Girls' School.

Heading to the future on an imaginative journey to 2035, kids aged 7-12 are invited to create art that encapsulates their vision of a better world.

The session, led by Cathy Groves, a teacher passionate about the natural environment, promises an inspiring artistic experience for youngsters and their families.

Songs and Stories - Seeking Asylum

Finally, on Sunday, from 3.30pm to 4.30pm at Malvern St James Girls' School, experience the moving story of a man who fled Syria before settling in Malvern.

At Songs and Stories - Seeking Asylum, Liz Johnson will converse with Abdullah Tamo about his journey from his war-torn homeland, to six years in a refugee camp, to Malvern.

Accompanied by a selection of Kurdish songs, the session will unveil stories and artwork created by refugees during their time living in emergency housing in Worcestershire.