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With the much-loved Fields of Gold Festival returning to Ashton Cricket & Bowling Club in September, we caught up with Event Director Barry Malone to find out more!

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“The idea for Fields of Gold Festival (FOGF) was conceived in 2018 by three friends who wanted to see a local festival that included all their favourite

Manchester music, whilst supporting the local community at the same time” said Barry.

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“In 2019, the first festival took place in the fabulous tree lined setting of Ashton Cricket & Bowling Club, close to Ashton Leisure Park and Ikea. The festival has now evolved into a two day event, held on the first weekend in September every year. It celebrates the much-adored music of Manchester, recreated by some of the UK's best tribute bands.

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“This year, the festival is hosted on Friday 1st September by Tameside Radio`s Dave Sweetmore, and on Saturday 2nd September by the local legend that is Clint Boon!  We also have another local Manchester legend, Bez from Happy Mondays, performing on Saturday 2nd September.

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Barry continues “FOGF attracts individuals to the region who might not typically visit. This, in turn, aids in showcasing the abundant offerings of Ashton and Tameside, and motivates local residents to engage more actively in music and the arts. We believe that there should be more opportunities for creative people and musicians to showcase their talents.

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“This year we are working closely with Tameside Radio, and the Witchwood music venue, Additionally, we are pleased to announce that The Village Hotel in Ashton has come on board as a major sponsor The Witchwood has been chosen as our after party venue on Saturday 2nd September,”

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This years line up will include:

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Friday 1st September

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• I'AM Gallagher - Singing Liam's latest hits and some top Oasis classics
• Noel Gallagher's High Flying Carpets - Singing Noel's latest hits and more top Oasis classics
• (We will even be bringing Liam and Noel together on stage at the same time to smash out some Oasis belters that you definitely won't want to miss!)
• Ultimate Stone Roses - Singing all the top hits from The Stone Roses.

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Saturday 2nd September ,

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• Laid (James Tribute)
• Courtbetweeners (The Courteeners Tribute)
• Appy Mundays (Happy Mondays Tribute)
• Smiths Ltd (The Smiths Tribute)
• Runaway Killers (The Killers Tribute)
• Noasis (Oasis Tribute)

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Fields Of Gold Festival can be contacted by email at fieldsofgoldfestival@outlook.com

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Final remaining tickets for FOGF are on sale on the website: https://fieldsofgoldfestival.co.uk/tickets/

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