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MUSICFESTIVALS

a summer of music, cont.

Lewes Live // 10-11 July

Chiddfest // 17-19 July

There is a lot
packed into
these two days
of superb music!
Acts include
The Fold, Fred
Light, Rebel
Control, Dorey
the Wise, and The
Lambrettas. With
tickets that include
free camping
starting at the low
price of £20, you
can let your hair
down and enjoy
some fabulous music in a gorgeous setting. www.leweslive.com

Do you enjoy a bit of jazz? Blues? Rock? How about beer? Then
Chiddfest is for you. Held in the Sussex village of Chiddingly, this
is a festival for true music lovers. You can go for the day or camp
on site – either way
you’ll have a fantastic
time. The festival is
in aid of St. Wilfreds
Hopsice, and will
feature 27 bands
over the weekend.
On top of the music
on multiple stages,
you can enjoy a
variety of delicious
food, storytelling and
poetry, a kids’ corner, face painting and lots more.
www.chiddfest.co.uk

Boomerang // 12-13 Aug

Chilled In A Field // 31 July – 2 Aug
If you are looking for a family friendly festival in
Sussex this year, Chilled In A Field is a great
choice. Awarded gold by Festival Kidz due to
the family friendly entertainment and facilities,
Chilled In A Field prides itself on being the
ultimate family festival. There will be great
music (Allowance Records and Head Space),
excellent food and drink, and superb activities
for everyone to enjoy (including dancing,
puppetry, a miniature train, and face painting).
www.chilledinafield.net

Hickstead is proud to present BOOMERANG,
a brand new two-day music event at the
world-renowned Hickstead International
Arena on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th
September 2015. Set in the heart of Sussex,
not only will this exciting new venture provide
a unique venue to witness music from some
of the world’s most prolific artists, but there
will also be a the opportunity to soak up the
atmosphere at one of their gourmet pop up
restaurants, indulge in delicious street food and
sample alternative entertainment away from the
main stage. Headliners include Jessie J and
The Vamps.
www.boomeranghickstead.com

Jessie J

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De La Soul

Forgotten Fields // 7-9 Aug
From the people who bought you Kendal Calling, Forgotten Fields is a fresh new summer party set in the stunning Sussex countryside. With
capacity limited to just 4,000, this could almost be called intimate! Artists who will perform on the five stages include De La Soul, Wooden Arms
Gang, Super Furry Animals, Basement Jaxx, and Razorlight – star studded is the word to use! Not only that but you’ll also find plenty of food and
drink (including real ales), a cinema, and artists on site; plus, this festival promises to be family friendly, with under 5s going free.
www.forgottenfields.co.uk

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