John Lawson’s Circus is rolling into Bicester tomorrow, and has promised its award-winning clowns will help residents beat the credit crunch blues.

The Popolinos, who have won the ‘Best Comedy Act’ in the UK National Circus Awards and the special prize at the Golden Circus Festival in Rome, will present madcap routines that include an exploding grand piano.

The circus takes place at the playing field, Keble Road, off Churchill Road, Bicester, from Friday, June 12 until Sunday, June 14. Show times Friday at 4.30pm and 7.30pm, Saturday at 2pm & 5pm, and Sunday at 2pm.

Tickets cost £7, with all seats £5 on the first night.

For more information or to book call the box office on 07860 498833.