A huge festival is expected to attract thousands to a Wiltshire town centre.
The Chippenham Folk Festival, which has been regularly drawing large crowds to the town for half a century, kicks off on Friday, May 24, with the first acts at noon.
Over 200 artists will perform across the weekend, with events on every day until Monday, May 27, at locations around Chippenham, including the High Street, the Olympiad, and Island Park.
This will include performances from well-known folk acts like Breabach and John Tams, as well as dance displays and family activities.
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In a statement on their website, a spokesperson for the festival said: “Building on the huge success of the 2023 festival, our amazing team of volunteers has been working flat out to ensure the 51st Chippenham Folk Festival will once again exceed all expectations.
“We have now confirmed over 200 artists and performers from across the UK and beyond, turning Chippenham town into a blaze of colour, music, dance, fun and laughter.
“With entertainment always happening in the High Street, on every town centre street corner, on Island Park alongside the river, and in most pubs, it's a great weekend for every age and family.”
Tickets for a range of events are still available and full details, line-ups, and performance times can be found online.
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