Bishop’s Castle Party in the Park is taking place on Saturday 22 July.

Bishop’s Castle youth open mic bands open at midday with 12/13 year-old band North, teen singer Lilith Pearson and teenage duo Modified Youth.  Amy Pugh and Meg Chandler, both Shropshire singer-songwriters, recording and playing nationally and internationally, will be welcomed back to a hometown crowd.

Headlining this year's event are BC All Skas (think original groovy ska, dub reggae and Latino), plus Without Warning, Nuclear Weasels, Fight the Bear and the Wayne Martin Band, Red by Night and Break the Record will also be performing.

Crafts, jewellery, children’s activities (including an appearance by Bishop’s Castle Fire Engine), food, drink and bar marquees and stalls make up the rest of the festival day.

Party in the Park takes place on Saturday 22 July at Bishop’s Castle Playing Fields. Tickets cost: £12 for adults (13+), £6 for 8-12 year olds and under 7s go free. Tickets can be bought in advance from the Happy Bap or Six Bells in Bishop’s Castle, The Stables in Craven Arms, or on the gate for the same price.