St Lawrence Ground, Canterbury (Kent Cricket)JLS headline a huge open-air summer show in Canterbury on Friday 7 August, delivering one of the most anticipated pop events of the summer as part of the launch weekend of Canterbury Live. With gates opening from 3pm, fans can enjoy a full afternoon and evening of live music, incredible production and a buzzing festival atmosphere in the heart of the historic city.
Joining JLS on the bill are The Wanted 2.0, Pixie Lott, BBC Radio 1 DJs Rickie & Melvin and rising star Len Blake, making this a standout multi-artist lineup packed with chart-topping pop anthems.
Formed in 2006, JLS are one of the UK’s most successful and enduring boybands. Since their breakthrough on The X Factor in 2008, the group have achieved multiple UK number-one singles, BRIT Awards and sell-out tours, with hits including Beat Again, Everybody in Love and She Makes Me Wanna.
The Wanted 2.0, featuring founding members Max George and Siva Kaneswaran, will perform fan favourites including Glad You Came and All Time Low, while Pixie Lott brings a catalogue of hits including Mama Do, Boys and Girls and Turn It Up. Rickie & Melvin will keep the energy high with a special DJ set, while BBC Radio 1-supported singer-songwriter Len Blake opens the day with her distinctive blend of pop, indie and R&B.
Age restrictions: 6+. All under 18s must be accompanied by an adult (aged 21 or over). No unaccompanied under 18s are allowed on site.
We provide a wide range of facilities for those with access requirements. Please read the following information carefully to familiarize yourself with what is available:
- Free Personal Assistant ticket (if required)
- Entrance queue jump
- Raised viewing platform – now at full capacity (Please note that seating is not reserved and is allocated on a first come first served basis on arrival in the accessible areas.)
- Lowered Bar Counters
- Accessible toilets
- Welfare tent refrigeration and charging
- There is no blue badge parking at this event.
Closer to the event there will be an Accessible Pack available for download that will include the following details:
- Travel information and getting to site
- Event Facilities
- Site Map that shows the accessible facilities – details on the site and expected terrain
For any other question or enquiries please contact: accessability@canterburylive.uk
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