River festival postponed by organisers

About 60,000 people attended the festival in 2016

A popular festival that was due to return to Stratford-upon-Avon after a four-year hiatus has been postponed.

The organisers of River Festival 2024 said this year's event was unable to go ahead due to unforeseeable operational and timing constraints.

The event, organised by LSD Promotions, was due to take place from 5-7 July.

A statement on the festival's website said: "If we can deliver this event in the future, this will be announced via our social platforms."

The popular festival was due to return to Stratford-upon-Avon after a four-year break

The festival was due to be held at the Recreation Ground, opposite the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, with entertainment including a parade of narrow boats, live bands, and a selection of global street food.

The statement on the festival website added: "We understand that this news will come as a disappointment to many, ourselves included.

"The River Festival holds a special place in the hearts of locals and tourists, and we share in the disappointment of not being able to celebrate alongside the community."