What can I expect at the Bedford Summer sessions?
What can I expect?
The exact location is Bedford Park, Park Avenue, MK41 7SS. As it is an outdoor event, music goers have been asked to dress for the weather and, if it is sunny, to put on sunscreen. Organisers have said that if it rains, the events will go ahead, and will only be cancelled "if the conditions become dangerous". They asked guests not to bring an umbrella.One foldable chair is allowed per person in designated areas towards the rear of the arena. They are not allowed within the VIP Terrace Garden. Chairs are allowed in the whole of the arena for the proms on Sunday.
What are the acts?
Thursday 3 July: Simple Minds, with support from Alison Moyet and KT TunstallSaturday 5 July: Rag'n'Bone Man with Gavin James and Elles Bailey. Sunday 6 July: Proms in the Park with Russell Watson and Lesley GarrettThursday 10 July: The Human League with Thompson Twins', Tom Bailey and BlancmangeFriday 11 July: Café Mumbo Ibiza with Melanie C, Jax Jones and Fedde Le GrandSaturday 12 July: Supergrass with The Coral and Willie J HealeySunday 13 July: McFly with Twin Atlantic and Devon
Where should I park?
There is no parking available on the site, but Bedford Borough Council said it is keeping its Queen Street Car Park open overnight for the concerts. It will be free to use for the first two hours, and will also be free after 18:00 BST on all the concert dates. Other council-owned 24-hour car parks, all with free parking after 18:00, are: Lurke Street Multi-Storey Car Park, MK40 3HZ, 790 spaces, about a 10-minute walk to the park Allhallows Multi-Storey Car Park, MK40 1LX, 430 spaces, about a 12-minute walk "This parking initiative underlines the council's commitment to supporting local events and enhancing the visitor experience", the authroity said.
What are the timings?
Gates for the main concerts open at 17:00 and show times are "always subject to change", organisers said. All entertainment will finish between 22:00 and 23:00. For Proms in the park on Sunday 6 July, gates open at 16:30.
What am I allowed to take in?
You are not allowed to bring food and drink into the arena, but one sealed water bottle, with a maximum of 500ml, is allowed. You can also bring one empty reusable water bottle, which can be filled up at free water refill stations. For the proms event, food and drink will be permitted.Do not bring cash as the event is cashless, organisers added.
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