Tony Hadley will headline this year’s Oyster Festival.
The former frontman of the 80s supergroup Spandau Ballet will take to the stage at Hardwick Hall Hotel in Sedgefield on Friday, September 26.
The festival, now in its 22nd year, has become one of the region’s most anticipated social events, attracting hundreds of guests for a full day of live entertainment, seafood, and celebration.
Alongside Tony Hadley, the line-up includes a performance from comedian Joe Pasquale, The Dolly Show, Irish music favourites Emerald Thieves, JJ Galway Band, and DJ Brandon Block, with Steve Walls hosting the day.
The event will once again support a chosen charity and this year the beneficiary will be Heel & Toe Children’s Charity, which provides free and reduced-cost therapy to children with physical disabilities and complex needs across the North East.
Guests will enjoy a Champagne reception, a three-course fruit de mer lunch, fresh oyster stalls, and complimentary lager, beer, and wine throughout the day, which runs from 11.30am to 6pm.
John Adamson, owner of Hardwick Hall and Ramside Estates, said the return of a major name to headline the festival marks a milestone for the event.
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Mr Adamson said: „Tony Hadley is a true legend of British music and we’re absolutely thrilled to have him headlining this year’s Oyster Festival.
„He’ll bring a real sense of style and showmanship to the day and we know his live set will be a huge highlight for our guests.“
Tickets for the Oyster Festival are available by emailing events@hardwickhallhotel.co.uk or calling 01740 620253.
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Music legend to headline North East festival with oysters, comedy, and music – The Northern Echo
