THE circus has come to town this week and the Big Top can be seen at Westminster Lodge in St Albans, until Sunday, April 29.

The Netherlands National Circus features clowns, unicyclists, aerial daredevils and performers specialising in the swinging trapeze, rola-rola, springboard and balance.

Showtimes are at 4.45pm and 7.30pm until tomorrow (Friday), at 2pm, 4.45pm and 7.30pm on Saturday and at 1pm and 3.30pm on Sunday.

Tickets are �12-�24 for adults and �10-�18 for children.