Summer is nearly upon us and what better way to celebrate warmer weather than to get yourself to a festival?
Thankfully, Suffolk will play host to plenty of events this year, including some which are being put on for the first time.
Here are five festivals to visit in Suffolk this summer...
1. Latitude
Where: Henham Park, near Southwold
When: July 20 to July 23
The biggest event of the year in Suffolk returns for 2023 with headliners Pulp, Paolo Nutini and George Ezra.
On top of three days of live music, Latitude always promises to be more than the average festival with its comedy tent, family activities and immersive atmosphere.
2. LeeStock
Where: Kentwell Hall, High Street, Long Melford, Sudbury CO10 9BA
When: May 27 and May 28
Kicking off the summer with a bang, LeeStock will be held at Kentwell Hall for the very first time in 2023.
The event, which has been running since 2010, and is held in memory of Lee Dunford, a 21-year-old musician from Sudbury who died of a brain tumour in 2006.
3. The Weekender
Where: Bardwell, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
When: July 7 to July 9
There's no Bardfest this year, but those in west Suffolk who love a festival will not go wanting as The Weekender makes it debut in 2023.
Perfect for everyone from petrolheads to families, the festival will bring bands, beer and street food to Bardwell alongside some iconic vehicles.
4. Red Rooster Festival
Where: Euston Hall, Euston, Thetford IP24 2QW
When: June 1 to June 3
With a line-up featuring some of the biggest names in country and blues music, Red Rooster returns to the north of the county in June.
Food will be a big part of the event, with a Louisiana-style crayfish boil taking place on June 1 and sit-down barbecue banquets across the rest of the weekend.
5. Maverick Festival
Where: Easton Farm Park, Easton, Woodbridge IP13 0EQ
When: June 30 to July 2
Since 2008, Maverick Festival has been the region's go-to spot for lovers of all things Americana.
Over fifty different artists, offering live music, talks and workshops, will be performing across six stages while guests can sink their teeth into a range of street food and other activities.
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