Festival season is nearly here again – our favourite time of the year. The festival scene is always evolving and this year sadly sees a few significant changes. Several we thought of as a constant presence on the festival calendar are either taking a fallow year or have decided to call it a day. No secret…
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The Bearded Theory festival lineup has plenty for fans old and new this year… and (checks calendar) it’s only two months away! Plus there’s all the other fun stuff that goes on during what has always been one of the most friendly festivals of the season. Bearded Theory’s old timers… Some artists make their way…
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Well it’s all change for Bearded Theory festival this year. The three amigos who brought it to life have finally hung up their beards and sold on the favourite Midlands fest. And this is its first proper year under the new banner of DHP Family. No doubt the new team know they have a very…
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Sticking with tradition, Bearded Theory Sundays always start with the fancy dress competition on the main stage. This year’s theme was Fairytales and Folklore. And when the winners are picked, it’s time for The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonican to grace the stage for some rousing tunes. Here’s a few of the fabulous outfits dreamed…
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Yard Act and Anna Calvi plus Flogging Molly, Coach Party and She Drew the Gun gave it their all on the Pallet (main) stage. Pale Blue Eyes played on the new Meadow Stage for a great performance on Saturday afternoon. William the Conqueror played a Friday eve set on the Woodland stage. Muddy Summers opened…
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Start counting off the days… yikes! It’s one month to go till Bearded Theory kicks off festival season in majestic style. This year promises a range of artists and even a new stage. But I digress… craft beers, ales and ciders will all have a focus on local breweries. And new for this year is…
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Ahh festival season! It’s not long now and we can’t wait. Here’s our festival calendar for the summer. All of those featured still have limited tickets available. People may be being a bit careful due the cost of living crisis but sales are nonetheless healthy, so if there’s a festival you’ve got your eye on,…
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Bearded Theory festival has always been the perfect event to ease yourself into festival season. It’s a chilled event with a super-friendly crowd and always has a great mix of families and different ages. And as it takes place over the May Bank Holiday, you’ve got a special rest and recovery day before facing the…
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Manchester band LIINES played a blistering set on Sunday 29th at Bearded Theory festival – the crowd was obviously loving it – and there’s plenty of social media comments that indicate they’ve gained a raft of new fans. I was thrilled to catch up with Zoe McVeigh (vocals/guitar) and Leila O’Sullivan (drums) after they came…
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Here are more photos from Bearded Theory. Dub Pistols, Pierce Brothers, Dubioza Kollectiv, Nova Twins, State of Satta, the lovely Sri Lankan food stall and more.…
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