British metal heroes Cradle of Filth have announced three dates in the UK and Ireland early next year, Gigwise reports.

The purveyors of all things dark are playing the gigs in support of their album Hammer Of The Witches, which came out early this year.

As a band in their 24th year they’ve amassed a loyal following over the years, and the dates are likely to sell quickly.

Cradle Of Filth's full UK tour dates are as follows.

Fri 23 October 2015 - London, Koko Sat 12 March 2016 - Chester, Line Rooms Sun 13 March 2016 - Dublin, Academy Mon 14 March 2016 - Belfast - Limelight