The 2026 line-up brings together an incredible mix of artists, with Utah Saints, Republica, Rozalla, Tinchy Stryder and Angie Brown taking to the main stage. There's also a huge Friday night of tribute acts celebrating everyone from Queen and Stereophonics to Avril Lavigne, Christina Aguilera and Ed Sheeran. Dance music fans can enjoy rave favourites Slipmatt, Jon Pleased Wimmin and Woody Cook headlining a weekend of DJ sets.

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After selling out in 2025, the Cheshire festival is back with its biggest line-up yet. James Arthur and Example headline Friday, before Becky Hill and Jax Jones take centre stage on Saturday. Sunday's closing celebrations feature Ministry of Sound Classical alongside The Fratellis. Across the weekend there's also live performances from Freya Ridings, Cast, Scouting For Girls, Solardo, Reverend & The Makers, Chesney Hawkes, Tinchy Stryder, The Hoosiers, The Feeling and many more, with family entertainment, comedy, food and activities completing the festival experience.

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Trentham Summer Concerts return to the stunning surroundings of Trentham Gardens this summer, bringing a series of outdoor evenings filled with live music, classic hits and festival atmosphere beside the lake.

Set within the historic estate's outdoor amphitheatre, the concerts feature a mix of tribute shows and party nights celebrating some of the biggest names and eras in music. The 2026 programme includes tributes to artists including Oasis, ABBA, Fleetwood Mac, Ed Sheeran and Taylor Swift, alongside nights celebrating the sounds of the 80s, 90s, 00s, rock and club classics.

Running across five weekends, Trentham Summer Concerts offer the chance to enjoy live entertainment in one of Staffordshire's most picturesque settings, with food, drink, picnics and lakeside views adding to the relaxed summer evening experience.

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