Leighton Buzzard music festival receives national industry backing
Independent festival Buzzstock gifted industry guidance and new opportunities
A Leighton Buzzard music festival is one of just 20 in the UK to receive special funding and support.
Buzzstock now has access to a network of fellow festival organisers, industry guidance and new opportunities - thanks to independent ticketing platform Skiddle and the Association of Independent Festivals (AIF).
The independent event has been gifted "fully funded AIF membership" - alongside a promotional package from Skiddle worth up to £5,000.
Buzzstock organiser, Drena Higgins, said: “Running an independent festival involves a huge amount of work behind the scenes, so having this support means a great deal.
"We’re proud that Buzzstock is among the 20 festivals selected."
Buzzstock will take place on July 16 and 17, 2027. Friday headliners Britpop Revival will bring a celebration of Britpop anthems, while high energy Australian party band Furnace and the Fundamentals will headline on the Saturday.
We want more people to discover what’s happening on their doorstep in Bedfordshire
There will also be entertainment from Bringing the Club to the Pub on the Ouzel Stag - with further programme announcements about the new Union Stage to support original music to follow.
Drena concluded: "We want more people to discover what’s happening on their doorstep in Bedfordshire. Buzzstock brings together big live performances, DJs, much loved tributes and fresh original music, and this backing will help us share that with a wider audience.”
The AIF and Skiddle scheme supports small independent festivals, helping organisers access professional expertise, build connections and promote their events.
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