THE Waterboys have been announced as Friday night headliners on the main stage at Wychwood festival this year.

Also confirmed are Scottish rockers Idlewild, Thrill Collins, Folk On, Keston Cobblers Club, Get Inuit and family favourite Justin Fletcher, whilst over in the Big Top the Smashing Blouse team add yet more exciting up and comers including Haelos, Tiger Club and Black Honey.

Fronted by the inimitable Scot Mike Scott, the Waterboys have seen many changes across 33 years in the business and have proven with their most recent album, 'Modern Blues', that they are still on top form whilst staying true to their Celtic Rock roots.

Scot rockers Idlewild also make a welcome addition to the main stage on Friday night. Fresh off the back of their critically acclaimed 2015 album release 'Everything Ever Written' and with a plethora of incredible albums under their belt spanning back to the 90's, the band is the perfect addition to Wychwood's line up.

Smashing Blouse continue to prove their impressive credentials of booking the most exciting rising and established artists in the Big Top, with haze pop purveyors Haelos and instrumental geniuses Tiger Club, as well as Black Honey, Get Inuit and Folk On. Also set to delight the Wychwood crowds over the weekend are Thrill Collins and Keston Kobblers Club.

And Wychwood's renowned children's programme is launched with the return of the nation's favourite children entertainer and BAFTA Award-Winning, Justin Fletcher a.k.a Mr Tumble. Known for his starring roles in The Tweenies, Timmy Time and Shaun the Sheep as well as his own radio show on Fun Kids, Fletcher's main stage performance will be an unmissable one for all the family.

Wychwood Festival takes place at Cheltnham

Located on the beautiful Cheltenham Racecourse, June 3-5, Wychwood Festival offers an incredible array of events for the whole family and all for extraordinary value for money. For tickets and further information visit wychwoodfestival.com.