BUSINESSES have pooled together to host the first-ever Prestwich Summer Festival this weekend.

The family event — described as a celebration of local businesses — will be held on the pedestrianised area at the top of Warwick Street this Sunday.

Organisers J Star Academy of Performing Arts will put on an 'All The Shapes' show while Anatolian Grill will provide food and drink.

There will also be facepainting, a raffle and games at the gathering, between 11am and 4pm.