A FESTIVAL ‘fuelled by cider’ and promising to bring people together over a love for music and food, is gearing up for a weekend full of fun.

SouthCider Festival is bringing some of the nation’s best loved bands to Bredy Farm near Bridport on July 1.

Festival favourites Dub Pistols, Buster Shuffle and King Porter Stomp will be headlining the weekend. They’re being joined by local favourites The Skimmity Hitchers, Sam Green & The Midnight Heist and Shoot The Moon.

Festival organiser Kevin Davis said: “SouthCider promises to be small and friendly – and is held at a beautiful location on the Jurassic Coast.

“The emphasis of SouthCider is on quality, original music and a relaxed, people-friendly atmosphere.

“The festival boasts an excellent line-up of acclaimed musical acts, plus camping, camp fire and locally sourced food and drink.

“We’re really pleased to be able to secure Dub Pistols after playing The Glade at Glastonbury, whilst Buster Shuffle will be heading to Dorset straight from the With Full Force Ska Festival in Germany.

“Festival veterans and curious newcomers are all welcome!”

n SouthCider Festival running from July 1 to July 3 at Bredy Farm near Bridport. Weekend tickets cost £50.