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This is a new theatrical play from M C E Callaghan with musical elements celebrating the real life of a father and son who ultimately gave so much for their town and country in WWII.

Summary:

Frank Hammersley Sr is recovering from the effects of WW1. He's a busy postman of Leek, his son Frank Hammersley Jr "Frankie" grows up under his watchful eye. However, as Frankie grows, storm clouds of war bloom on the horizon again. As the relationship strains between father and son, choices are made, and nothing will ever be the same again.

Get your tickets here (discounted rate for students, pensioners & residents of Haregate): https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/leek/st-pauls/a-true-british-soldier-by-m-c-e-callaghan/2025-08-09/19:00/t-xmgpqma