Thank you for a record-breaking Summer Festival

Stephen Hough

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported this year’s Summer Festival and helped make it our most successful yet. With performances from artists such as Jess Gillam, Stephen Hough, Eric Whitacre, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic and so many others, the Festival travelled to more places – and reached more people – than at any point in our history.

Why Festivals Matter

Christopher Glynn newspaper article on the Importance of Regional Festivals

As the long days of summer approach, excitement is building for our 2025 Summer Festival. To mark the launch, our Artistic Director has shared his insights in a new article for the Yorkshire Post, exploring why regional festivals play such a vital role in the cultural life of our communities.