Coldplay to play 'The Big Weekend' at Powderham Castle

Thousands of music fans are heading to Devon for one of the biggest festivals of the year.

Powderham Castle is the historic venue for Radio 1's Big Weekend. The line-up includes Jess Glynne, Craig David, Jake Bugg and two very famous acts with a local connection - Coldplay and Mumford and Sons.

Chris Martin, the lead singer of Coldplay, grew up in Devon Credit: PA

Powderham Castle is the home of the Earl of Devon - Charlie Courtenay - who used to play with Chris Martin as a child. Now a global star, Chris will be returning to the grounds to headline the show.

The event has taken a considerable amount of setting up and one of the key elements is making sure everyone is safe.

Devon and Cornwall Police say they want everyone to have a good time but they advise concert-goers to follow these guidelines:

  • Keep personal belongings such as wallets, cameras and phones safe

  • Behave responsibly when it comes to drinking alcohol. Know your limits and stay with friends

  • People will be searched on entry to the site and anyone with illegal drugs or formerly legal highs will be ejected from the festival and may face police action.

  • Anyone travelling to the event without a ticket will not be allowed in

  • Stick with friends and don’t walk alone in darkness

  • Make sure no valuables are left inside your car and that it’s locked