PREPARATIONS are underway for the Xchurch Music Festival.

The third annual event is set to take place on the weekend of Friday, July 18 to Sunday, July 20 on Christchurch Quay.

It will feature a mix of music from some well-known names, as well as local bands.

General Levy, So Solid Crew ft. Lisa Maffia & Romeo, Baby D, Artful Dodger and Sweet Female Attitude will be headlining the event.


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They will be supported by local talents, including Rat Race and Blue Collar.

The festival will also feature live music across multiple stages, street food, bars, a funfair and family activities.

It will support two charities, The Dorset Children’s Foundation, which will be running the KidZone and Helping Homeless Veterans UK, which will be on-site raising awareness for their work.

A spokesperson for the Xchurch Music Festival said: "With fewer than 100 days to go, excitement is building as preparations ramp up for the third annual Xchurch Music Festival.

"This year’s festival promises to be the biggest and best yet, with a vibrant mix of household names, much-loved local bands and a strong community focus."

Tickets are on sale now, with limited availability remaining in the final tier 2 early bird offer.