FOLLOWING a successful 2023 event, with more than 15,000 visitors and 6,000 Saturday guests alone, Deva Fest has announced its return to Cheshire in August 2024.

The popular family-friendly festival has finalised its dates for next summer, taking place between August 8 to August 11, at its new home in the stunning Cholmondeley Castle Gardens.

With this year’s line-up featuring the likes of Will Young, Fleur East, Morcheeba, Five, Feeder and Starsailor, the festival founder, Phil Marston says the event already in discussions with some exciting artists and entertainment options for next year.

2024 will see the return of the much-loved variation of music, comedy and entertainment across multiple stages, along with the ever popular free-to-use fairground rides.

A new package for 2024

In the first wave of early bird tickets, guests can purchase weekend camping tickets, with the option to stay an extra night before the festival fully opens.

With attendees arriving from all over the UK this August, and many from Europe, the founder hopes the extra night will help with anyone travelling further afield to enjoy the event.

"It’s crazy to think our festival, now heading into its fourth year, is attracting visitors from places like Germany and France," said Phil.

"We’re delighted to see our selection of artists and entertainment is reaching further afield and putting Cheshire on the festival map.

"We have a few tricks up our sleeve for next year and exciting conversations already in the pipeline to really take 2024’s festival up a notch."

Feedback forms from this year's event revealed almost 97 per cent of attendees would recommend the festival to a friend.

Phil said: "Our guest experience is always a top priority for us. Taking the time to listen to feedback and comments, and putting what we can into action for improvements year on year, is how we set ourselves apart from the rest.

"We were astounded with the turnout this summer, and the positive feedback, both from attendees and artists, was sensational. A lot of the work behind-the-scenes goes unnoticed, but we’re always striving to make everyone’s time at Deva Fest unforgettable.

"We can’t wait to announce more exciting news soon!"

There is also the option to spread payments into ten instalments on camping packages, with family tickets for two adults and two children costing just £34.52 per month after paying a £50 deposit.

Further information about the event and weekend camping tickets, including the new Thursday night camping option, are available via the Deva Fest website.