TAMWORTH FC is to stage a summer festival dedicated to the country's best tribute acts.

Tamworth Rocks will take place at The Lamb on May 26 with acts confirmed playing hits by the likes of Take That, Kasabian and JLS.

News of the concert comes on the back of a string of successful music festivals in the town.

Commercial manager Nick Lunn said: “We have had the idea of doing our own festival to engage our local community for some time now.

"We have finally secured a diverse line up and are beyond excited to bring Tamworth Rocks to our local community as well as surrounding areas.”

Local bands Decade Runners, Voodoo Vegas and Ellie Robinson have confirmed appearances.

Other acts due to appear are Coldplayer, The Great Pretender (covering Freddie Mercury), Fake That, JLS Experience, Kazabian and Girls Alouder.

Tickets are now on sale to the public, priced at £20 for adults, £10 for under 16's and under 6's go free. Tickets can be purchased from Tamworth Football Club and Tamworth Information Centre or online at www.lambshop.co.uk (booking fee and postage charges will apply when booking online).

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