Perth is gearing up to host Rewind Festival Scotland 2024 this summer.
The annual three-day music event takes place at Scone Palace this year from Friday, July 19 to Sunday, July 21.
Tickets are available for the 80s festival, which welcomes thousands of revellers from near and far.
It will be headlined by Billy Ocean and The Boomtown Rats.
We have a full guide with all you need to know about the festival.
Getting to Scone Palace
By car
Scone Palace is easy to reach by car.
The historic castle, just outside the village of Scone, is two miles north of Perth on the A93.
If you’re travelling from Dundee, Edinburgh or Glasgow, follow signs for the ‘A93 Braemar’.
There will be festival traffic signage directing you as you approach Perth, towards the festival.
By train
Perth Railway Station is situated three miles from Scone Palace – you can check ScotRail’s website for the most up-to-date information and to book your ticket.
Who is playing?
Billy Ocean will be the headliner on Saturday night, bringing his hit-packed catalogue of songs, including Caribbean Queen, When the Going Gets Tough and Get Outta My Dreams.
Other acts appearing on Saturday include:
- Earth Wind and Fire Experience by Al McKay
- Roland Gift
- Bad Manners
- Studio 54 Live
- Boyzlife
- Tiffany
- Kim Wilde
- Hue and Cry
- Altered Images
- Katrina
On Sunday, Irish group The Boomtown Rats will headline, having previously performed in the 2018 edition.
Fronted by Bob Geldof, they will perform hits including Like Clockwork, Rat Trap, I Don’t Like Mondays and Banana Republic.
Other acts appearing on Sunday include:
- Gabrielle
- Nik Kershaw
- Heatwave
- David Grant from Linx
- Heather Small
- Shakatak
- Midge Ure
- Peter Hook and the Light
- The Selecter
- Living in a Box
Jenny Powell will host the main stage on July 20 and The Doctor from Dr and the Medics on July 21.
How can I buy a ticket?
A range of tickets for the event are up for grabs, and can be bagged on Rewind Festival’s website.
An adult weekend camping ticket is £147.50, which includes access to the festival arena and campsite for three nights.
A weekend camping ticket for those aged 10-17 is available for £47.50.
A weekend ticket, without access to the campsite, is £130, or £42 for a youth.
Day tickets for the event can also be purchased, with an adult ticket for either Saturday or Sunday costing £70.
A day ticket for a 10 to 17-year-old is £27.
Camping at Rewind
When it comes to pitching your tent at Rewind Festival, according to organisers, it’s a matter of first come first served.
Campers can bring their own tent, as well as an additional three-by-three metre structure – such as a gazebo – per booking.
If you fancy ‘glamping’ more than camping, the festival also has pre-erected and boutique accommodation options, which include exclusive perks like warm showers, 24-hour reception, and a ‘pamper parlour’.
There will be a designated area of the campsite specifically for families with children.
Banned items
Festival organisers have published a list of prohibited items.
It includes glass, drugs, gas cannisters, generators, fireworks, flares, lasers, drones, professional cameras and animals – with the exception of guide dogs.
No food or drinks can be taken into the arena, although they will be permitted in the camping area.
Food and drink
With a street food section returning this year, organisers promise to make sure everyone is catered for.
Revellers looking to quench their thirst will be spoiled for choice, with bars specialising in ale and cider, gin and prosecco planned for the event.
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