Firefighters change Sir Patrick Stewart's tyre after puncture near Shipston
The well-known thespian was en route to Stratford-upon-Avon to support a Royal Shakespeare Company fundraising event when he suffered a puncture near Shipston fire station.
Alcester crews were called to assist the motorist in need, best known for his roles in Star Trek and X-Men, and went on to change his tyre for him when he asked for directions to a garage.
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Hide AdSir Patrick thanked the crews on Twitter, saying they went 'over and above the call' of duty, with a picture to go with it.
Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service wrote on Facebook: "Our crews are just amazing, very proud that their first response is always to help those in need!"