Excitement is building with Deva Fest 2024 final preparations underway at the scenic Cholmondeley Castle in Cheshire.

The much-anticipated, family-friendly festival, will take place from August 8 - 11.

Created in 2018, Deva Fest has become popular across the North West, earning its spot as one of the regional favourites.

Festival-goers will enjoy three days of live music, comedy, free activities, and some of the best food the region has to offer.

This year, 80’s icons The Human League, 90’s rock band, Ocean Colour Scene, and Merseysiders, The Coral will perform on the main stage.

Meanwhile, dance legends Rui Da Silva, K-Klass, and Ultrabeat will light up the Sensus Stage.

The Sailor’s Rest tent will be home to the Old Time Sailors fresh from Glastonbury, once again.

Unsigned acts from across the country will perform from Friday to Sunday at the Heart and Soul stage.

The Deva Laughs comedy tent will be open from 6-9pm, hosted by Danny Mcloughlin.

Entry to Deva Fest offers access to a free activities galore.

From axe throwing to storytelling sessions for kids, the festival has something for everyone.

The free fairground is returning bigger and better.

The event is a popular event in the region   (Image: Deva Fest)

Full-service bars will be managed by the iKO team, Vocation Brewery and Brother’s Cider.

Deva Fest has teamed up with Merseyrail, ensuring affordable and easy access to the festival.

Festival-bound, valid Merseyrail ticket holders can use free shuttle buses from Chester Railway Station.

Phil Marston, the Deva Fest founder, said: "We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to Deva Fest.

"Our goal has always been to create a unique and memorable experience for festival-goers and this year promises to be our best yet.

"2024 has been a difficult year for the events industry, with so many festivals having to cancel so to see our event once again come to life, bigger than ever before, is a real testament to our team and amazing guests."

The last few tickets for the event are available on the Deva Fest website with the Saturday tickets predicted to sell out soon.

For complete details on the line-up and all festival information, visit devafest.co.uk.