Music lovers are set to enjoy a high-octane atmosphere at Scoop Music Festival this summer when it makes its return to County Durham - with a new home.
The camping festival, which took place last August in Lanchester, has announced that this time it will play out nearby in the grounds of Burnhopeside Hall, a historic gem which was the former home of Puffing Billy creator William Hedley. There, local rock, pop and tribute band talent will be setting the mood of the July 29-30 event which also will have plenty of family entertainment on offer, alongside food stalls and a well-stocked bar.
Tickets are already on sale for the festival whose line-up includes Mumford & Sons tribute band Chasing Mumford; R.E.M. tribute Stipe; Teesside ska and two-tone band The Skapones and Brit-popsters The National Anthems from Newcastle.
