Cockermouth Castle is doubling its participation with Cockermouth Live! this year – with an extra day and a marquee being erected for the first time for performers to use.

Historically, the castle has only been used on the Saturday, when its sunken lawn has been made available by Lord and Lady Egremont for performances.

With the weather not always being kind, and with the festival’s organisers wanting to expand this year’s Cockermouth Live!, the decision has been taken to provide cover as well as more capacity for performances.

Times and Star: Holly Brooke is one of many who will be performing at Cockermouth Castle as part of Cockermouth Live!Holly Brooke is one of many who will be performing at Cockermouth Castle as part of Cockermouth Live! (Image: Supplied)

Lord Egremont said “We are always delighted to welcome Cockermouth Live to the castle.

"It is a delight to host such a wide range of local groups showcasing the musical talent of the Cockermouth community.

"We are proud the castle is part of it.”

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Performers at the castle include Cockermouth Mechanics, Egremont Brass Band, Sethera and the Derwent Valley Band. Three young West Cumbrian musicians will also play in a specially-curated programme of Emerging Cumbrian Talent – Holly Brooke, Maddie Rose and birdseed.

Cockermouth Live! runs from Friday, June 30, to Sunday, July 2. Details at www.cockermouthfestival.org.