Summer is nearly upon us, which means one thing – festivals. Jon Perks casts an eye over some of the best on offer in the Midlands.
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The Acoustic Festival of Britain
Where? Uttoxeter Racecourse, Staffordshire
When? May 20-22
Who’s there? Steve Harley and Cockney Rebel, Cerys Matthews, Hayseed Dixie, Fish, Fairport Convention, Nik Kershaw, John Parr...
Why go? A hugely impressive line-up, family friendly and affordable. Anyway, when was the last time you got the chance to see Fish, Nik Kershaw and the bloke who sang St Elmo’s Fire?
Tickets: Adult weekend £75 (£90 with camping), child with camping £20, day tickets £10-£35
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Pie and Pint Music Festival
Where? Burley Fields Lake, Cheltenham
When? May 28-29
Who’s there? Echo, OCD, Profoundly Blue, Powerbeat and Wildwood
Why go? As well as the music, there are pies and pints – 50 ales and ciders to be precise – plus wellywanging, pig racing, tug o’ war and sheath throwing. Whatever that is...
Tickets: Weekend £10 per person in advance, £15 on the day
