Latitude Festival, one of the UK's largest festivals, has secured a new lease at its current home in Henham Park, Suffolk. The event's founder and organiser, Melvin Benn, revealed the news on stage during the festival's 20th-anniversary celebrations.
Latitude Festival has undergone significant growth since its inception in 2006, evolving from a modest event to a four-day music and culture extravaganza that attracts a crowd of approximately 135,000 people. The festival's eclectic mix of bands and artists has become a hallmark of the event, with this year's headliners including David Byrne, Teddy Swims, and Lewis Capaldi.
The festival has become a staple of the Suffolk cultural scene, with many attendees returning year after year. This year's event saw a number of notable moments, including the wedding of Craig Brown and Tara Sweeting, who chose the festival's 20th-anniversary celebration as the perfect moment to tie the knot.
Latitude Festival is available to stream on various platforms, including BBC Sounds and the festival's official website. The event's 20th anniversary marks a significant milestone in its history, and the new lease will ensure that the festival continues to thrive for years to come.
Henham Park has been home to Latitude Festival since 2006, and the estate's owner, Hektor Rous, has expressed his pride in hosting the event. The new lease will see the festival continue to operate at its current home for the next 25 years.