Guernsey Castle Nights to host more than 150 artists

Castle Nights at Castle Cornet are set to return in July and August, organisers said

More than 150 local artists are set to perform at Castle Cornet, organisers have said.

Guernsey Arts said the KPMG Castle Nights would return in July and August after renewed sponsorship was secured.

The event will be free of charge, and islanders have been encouraged to bring picnics along.

Performers will range from choral groups to DJs, and will be "performing throughout the castle grounds", it said.

Russ Fossey, from Guernsey Arts, said the event was the "perfect way to celebrate the wonderful and eclectic talent we have on island".

The event will be free of charge, and islanders have been encouraged to bring picnics along

Tony Mancini, KPMG Guernsey office lead, said it was a "unique evening, listening to local musicians around the grounds of an iconic and historic venue".

Head of Heritage Helen Glencross said the event enabled thousands of islanders to "enjoy local music in this spectacular, historic setting".

The events are due to take place between 18:00 and 21:00 BST on 12, 19 and 26 of July and 2 August.