THIS weekend's Livestock Festival in Tewkesbury promises to be a fun-filled family affair with children’s tickets from just £1 and a vibrant scene of children's activities.

As the festival season heats up to match the weather, Livestock Festival have announced new additions to its childrens line-up. Children’s activities will run alongside chart-topping acts including The Fratellis, Reef, Reverend & The Makers, Jason Donovan and Chesney Hawkes topping the bill.

Kids comedy and dragon training are some of this year’s new activities, while Fizz Pop Science, Eco Animal Encounters and pony rides make a welcome return.

Ben Leeke, Livestock Festival Founder, said: “Some of our keenest visitors are our youngest and we’re excited to announce that there is more than ever to make their weekend unforgettable.

"Livestock is a festival for everyone and our exciting range of childrens activities gives the weekend something to offer for the whole family – children great and small and big kids too.

"We also cannot wait to see the children’s creativity as they embrace our newly introduced Fancy Dress Sunday.

"The team have been working tirelessly to bring a bigger and better festival this year, building on the reputation of last year, and we cannot wait to throw open the gates and welcome campers, glampers, festivalgoers and families to another exciting year for Livestock Festival in just a few days time.” Livestock Festival takes place at Manor Farm, Longdon nr Tewkesbury, just 10 minutes from Junction 9 of the M5, from Friday 29 – Sunday 31 July 2016. Tickets are on sale now. Adult tickets are priced from £35 and children’s tickets from just £1. Family, camping, glamping and VIP tickets are also available. For the latest updates and to book tickets, visit www.livestocklongdon.co.uk.