Towneley Live: Remember when McFly, N-Dubz and Diversity came to Burnley?

In August 2011, Burnley was gearing up for its first major music festival at Towneley Park.

By Kelvin Stuttard

Published 26th May 2021, 15:45 BST

Despite muddy conditions, more than 12,000 music fans donned waterproofs, wellies and smiles to make the first Towneley Live festival a resounding success

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Burnley's first major pop music festival was praised as a resounding success

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People of all ages were captivated by explosive performances

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More than 12,000 music fans donned waterproofs, wellies and smiles to make the first Towneley Live festival a resounding success

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Community leaders praised the event saying it “put Burnley on the map”

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