The first hints of summer weather bring talk of music festivals. With the United Kingdom’s history of Cool Britannia it could be argued that this is the greatest place on earth for popular music and thus festivals. The Beatles, David Bowie, The Clash, Oasis, and the Spice Girls (and so many more) have secured the country’s status across the globe with songs that continue to inspire generations. Perfect weather may not be guaranteed but a stellar show always is.
Here are five of the biggest music festivals in Britain for the most musically inclined summertime bucket lists.