Brightlingsea Free Music Festival
Come along to the Brightlingsea Free Music Festival.
The Brightlingsea Free Music Festival was established in north-east Essex in 2001 with the aim to provide a platform for new and established bands from across the mainstream spectrum of popular music.
Taking place on Hurst Green, Saturday 6 August and Sunday 7 August from midday, why not come by and show your support this summer.
Full line up now announced, see here: www.brightlingseafreefest.com
Saturday's festival starts at 12.30pm and finishes at 8.15pm. Sunday's festival starts at 12.00pm and finishes at 7.15pm.
Supported by the Essex County Council Arts and Cultural Fund 2023.
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