McFly to headline forest concert

Mcfly band members - Dougie Poynter, Harry Judd, Danny Jones and Tom Fletcher.  They are all hugging and stood in front of greenery.Image source, Mcfly
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Mcfly will play at Westonbirt Arboretum on 21 June

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Mcfly has been announced as one of the headliners of a series of forest concerts next summer.

Known for their hits 'Five Colours in Her Hair' and 'Star Girl', the pop-rock band will play Forest Live at Westonbirt Arboretum, in Gloucestershire, on 21 June.

The band, which will be celebrating 21 years since their formation, join a line-up of acts already announced, including Snow Patrol.

Proceeds from the concerts support Forestry England’s work, including conservation projects, tree planting and the upkeep of natural spaces.

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Forest Live will take place across a number of sites, including Westonbirt Arboretum

Made up of band members Tom Fletcher, Danny Jones, Dougie Poynter and Harry Judd, together the band have seven number one singles, seven Top 10 albums, multiple Platinum certifications, and a BRIT Award.

Forest Live 2025 also includes concerts at Forestry England's Cannock Chase, Delamere Forest and High Lodge in Thetford Forest.

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