SHE has been described as “one of Britain’s most promising folk artists” by the Observer, and “unnervingly pretty and graceful” by NME.

He has been called “somewhere between Bright Eyes and John Martyn - something special.” by Mojo.

And now they are heading to the Scottish Borders.

On December 1 both Rachel Sermanni and The Lake Poets will perform at the MacArts Centre in Galashiels.

Folk sensation Rachel has released two studio albums and a number of EPs, including the beautiful Under Mountains and Tied to the Moon.

She has previously toured with Mumford and Sons and Elvis Costello.

The Lake Poets is Sunderland based singer-songwriter Marty Longstaff who released his debut album a year ago and has gained much success with millions of plays on Spotify.

He has experience performing alongside Sir Tom Jones and James Morrison.

The duo will play at the MacArts Centre in Galashiels on Thursday, December 1.

Tickets are available online and cost £12.