Great West Way Travel Magazine | Issue 08

JUNE 2023
FORSET LIVE,
WESTONBIRT, THE
NATIONAL ARBORETUM,
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
8-11 JUNE 2023
Held in beautiful forest
locations, Forest Live is a
major live music series of
summer concerts across the
country. At Westonbirt you
have everything required for
a great night out, a relaxed
atmosphere, spectacular
backdrops and great music
from artists including Jack
Savoretti and Tom Grennan.
PUB IN THE PARK, ROYAL
VICTORIA PARK, BATH
16-18 JUNE 2023
Bath's Royal Victoria Park
is the perfect setting
for Pub in the Park, an
unforgettable musical
extravaganza where you
can enjoy toe-tapping tunes
against an idyllic backdrop
of stunning scenery. With
a plethora of top-notch
acts gracing the stage
and delectable food from
some of the UK's leading
chefs, the atmosphere will
be electric with vendors
hawking their wares and
families picnicking on the
grassy knolls. Its vibrant
energy is palpable and
captivating. Witness
up-and-coming talent or
throwback classics from
renowned artists – it’s truly
an idyllic way to spend an
afternoon.
GLASTONBURY FESTIVAL,
PILTON, SOMERSET
21-25 JUNE 2023
It is set to be as special
as ever this year with
Elton John headlining,
for what will be the final
UK show of his last-ever
tour. The Glastonbury
Festival is renowned for
its kaleidoscope of vibrant
music, art and cultural
experiences. From the
thundering basslines of
the Pyramid Stage to
the eclectic array of acts
performing at Shangri-
La, every year presents a
bewitching atmosphere.
But it's not just the music
and performances that
make this event so alluring
– there's also a palpable
camaraderie between
attendees that can't be
replicated anywhere else.
People come from near
and far to revel in this
ephemeral escapade,
forming lasting friendships
with those they share
their experiences with. To
immerse yourself in the
captivating spectacle of
Glastonbury is truly an
incomparable experience.
BRISTOL SOUNDS,
BRISTOL HARBOURSIDE
21-25 JUNE 2023
Another iconic set of dates
for Bristol live music, set
on the Harbourside is
Bristol Sounds in June.
Jacob Collier, James, and
The Levellers have been
announced so far, with
more hotly anticipated acts
to be confirmed soon.
WRDEUP FESTIVAL,
HIGHWORTH, WILTSHIRE
30 JUNE - 1 JULY 2023
Music lovers rejoice!
WrdeUppers will be able
to “Rock the Rec” again
in their own unique style
in 2023. Kicking off on
Friday evening as a warmup
before the one-day
festival with music and
entertainment. With bands
playing across multiple
stages throughout the day,
festivalgoers will be able
to hear a mix of sounds.
For those who prefer more
than just music, there'll also
be plenty of activities and
entertainment happening
at WrdeUp; from face
painting to impromptu
performances. There's even
a special kids' area where
younger guests can have
their own little slice of
festival heaven.
JULY 2023
CHELTENHAM MUSIC
FESTIVAL
8-15 JULY 2023
Cheltenham Music Festival
brings eight days of
performances and events by
leading international artists,
new talent and innovators.
Celebrating the very best
contemporary composition
alongside a feast of popular
classics. Celebrated since
its inception in 1945 for
championing new music,
Cheltenham Music Festival
is all about high-calibre
performances, magnificent
venues and a huge variety
of music – from symphonic
grandeur to the intimacy of
chamber music, and from
sublime choral experiences
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