Caerphilly Castle will once again welcome thousands of music lovers this weekend when The Selector and The Beat featuring Ranking Roger; and rock band Thunder headline at two separate concerts.
Tonight, Friday, July 13, will see The Selector and The Beat Featuring Ranking Roger for a night of punk and ska.
On Saturday, Thunder will be supported by Pontypridd-based rock band Hand of Dimes and Cats in Space.
Tickets are still available for tonight’s show and can be bought at the castle from 2pm.
The two gigs follow successful shows for The Bootleg Beatles and The Levellers at the castle last month.
Promoters Orchard Entertainment have issued the following advice to concert goers:
Dos and don’ts
Do enjoy!
Do keep your ticket with you at all times.
Do arrive at the castle in good time prior to the start of the concert.
Do bring weather proof clothing.
Do put any rubbish in the bins provided for you.
Do look for official vendors and concessions stalls.
Do avoid unlicensed traders outside the grounds.
Do allow ample time for your journey.
Dont’s
Do not arrive with any form of audio or visual recording equipment.
Do not put up umbrellas during the concert performance.
Do not bring dogs to the event (with the exception of assistance dogs).
Do not leave valuables on display in your vehicle.
Do not bring any type of furniture.
Do not bring any food or drink with you.
Car Parking and transport
There are local car parks situated around Caerphilly. Signage will be in place for directions. There are no road closures planned for this event.
Seating
This is not a seated concert.
Concert-goers are not permitted to bring camping furniture / deck chairs.
Accessibility
The event takes place on grass; friendly stewards, accessible toilets plus a disability viewing area are available. The castle is suitable for wheelchair users with assistance.
Weather
The concert will not be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.
Please bring clothing appropriate to the expected weather conditions. In consideration of other concert goers, umbrellas and gazebos should not be used.
Refreshments
A range of catering, offering a variety of food and drink will be available within the event arena from the time the gates open.
Toilets
Standard and accessible toilet facilities are located throughout the event arena.