Driffield Showground is set to host a brand new festival, bringing some star quality to the town.
The first ever Farmers Festival, organised by Beverley-based White Label Management, will see performances from the likes of Blue and X-Factor finalists Marcus Collins and Christopher Maloney.
While Peter Andre is set to charm audiences hosting a fancy dress dog show.
The event will be split into four exclusive areas, offering something for everyone: The Main Stage, a ‘Treat Yourself Area,’ a Farmers Market and Family Fun.
Eddy Northcott, Head of PR at White Label Management said: “This is just an opportunity to bring something a bit special to Driffield. I thought let’s see if I can being something just a little bit different to the show ground and bring some celebrity to Driffield.”
The event takes place over October 12 and 13. Saturday 12 October will see the likes of Christopher Maloney, Marcus Collins and Blue take to the Main Stage whilst on Sunday 13 October crowds will be delighted by The Torn with a guest appearance from BAFTA winning actress Sheridan Smith and Will Mellor before Peter Andre takes to the stage to host the fancy dress dog competition.
Eddy added: “The Torn are a local band who are just becoming successful, Sheridan Smith’s brother is in the band so she will be joining them on stage and doing some singing, people will also get the chance to meet her.”
A host of local artists will also perform throughout the weekend.
CBeebies star Mr Bloom will make a special guest appearance in the family area of the Farmers Festival as children join him in discovering a world of educational games and projects for kids to explore. Youngsters will also enjoy a petting zoo, Diggerland and an exhibit from Park Rose Brids of Prey from Carnaby.
Local food and drink is set to be the order of the day at the Farmers Market where revellers can browse a wide range of stalls. Those looking to pamper themselves will also have the opportunity to relax in the ‘Treat Yourself’ area, enjoying spa and beauty treatments or even psychic reading.
“It promises to be a really fun, family day out. I hope people come along and support us so we can move onto next years festival and make it bigger and better,” added Eddy.
Tickets for the first Farmers Festival are available online at: http://www.farmersfestival.com/