North Cumbria’s premier music and beer festival looks set to surpass itself once again this year.

With highlights including headline performances from the premier Bruce Springsteen Band tribute, The Boss UK, Green Day tribute, Green Haze and the exceptional Absolute Bowie, from Thursday 7 – Sunday 10 September, Silloth Music and Beer Festival brings a tremendous line-up of music and of course, great ale.

Over the past 15 years, many thousands of people have attended the festival, which is well supported by the community and local businesses. The festival remains a non-commercial event, with any profit ploughed straight back into other events in Silloth throughout the year. Festival-goers travel to the town especially for the event, with regulars from right across Cumbria and many more from much further afield.

This year will see a fantastic variety of acts take to the stage. Not least, a hilarious and fun-filled set from North-West institution The Lancashire Hotspots on Saturday evening. The world renowned Bon Jovi tribute act, Bon Giovi will recreate the magic of the New Jersey rock legends, whilst The Clone Roses offer an inspiring tribute to quite possibly the most influential British band of the last 30 years.

Also on the line up are Wigan-based pop-rock band Boomin’, acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter Stoney Broke and stompin blues three-piece Delta Sunrise. The event is also a great opportunity to catch a plethora of Cumbrian talent, from the hard rocking sound of Workington’s AWOL, to acoustic folk artists John & Wayne and indie-rockers The Buyers Club.

As well as all the usual tipples, there will be over 75 real ales and ciders for the crowds to work their way through, from thirst-quenching old favourites to palate-pleasing newcomers. Come Sunday though, it’s all about the youngsters, as the Kids Zone marquee opens for the traditional family day.

For those who wish to enjoy the entire festival weekend, particularly the beer, the Silloth area boasts many camping sites, hotels and bed and breakfast accommodation. The best way to enjoy the festival is with a four-day festival pass, which costs £59 and gives you access to all five sessions across the weekend. Individual passes are also available.

For tickets and more information, visit www.sillothbeerfestival.co.uk