THE stars of Wellington Operatic Society's upcoming production Summer Holiday were able to soak up the atmosphere of an iconic 1960s red London bus this week.

A double-decker was the 'star' of the Cliff Richard film, now in rehearsals as a stage play, and lead man Olli Redstone, in the role of Don, played by Cliff Richard in the movie, and Hannah Green as Barbara Winters, together with directors Monica Spalding and Bob Higgins climbed on board the real thing at Quantock Motors' base at Bishops Lydeard.

Summer Holiday kicks off at The Wellesley from May 8-12 and tickets will be on sale shortly.