Overview

• The BBC Radio 2 In The Park festival is confirmed for Hylands Park in Chelmsford from September 5 to 7.
• Organisers will reveal the full artist lineup live on the Scott Mills Breakfast Show on June 3, with tickets going on sale June 4.
• Radio 2 presenters including Rylan Clark will broadcast from the park throughout the weekend and lead a Friday night DJ party.
• Helen Thomas, head of Radio 2, described the event as the station’s “biggest party of the year” and expects world-class performances for thousands of fans.
• Councillor Stephen Robinson said the festival will build on Hylands Park’s experience hosting major events and boost Chelmsford’s local economy.