A POPULAR music festival has received a boost from a family-run garage.

Redgate Garage has sponsored the Marquee Stage at Staxtonbury, a three-day festival that kicks off in the village of Staxton in Ryedale, North Yorkshire, next Friday, July 7.

The garage, located in the neighbouring village of Flixton, has just celebrated its seventh year in business and is keen to support community events.

Owner Chris Sterriker said: “We were approached by Staxtonbury’s organisers to sponsor the Marquee Stage at the event.

“We had no hesitation given this important event is on our doorstep and many of our customers will attend it.

“As we also live in the area, we are keen to support the local community.”

Artists performing on the Marquee Stage throughout the weekend include local bands The Nobodys and Moody East among many others.

A full list of acts can be found online at staxtonbury.com

  • Tickets can also be bought online and cost £60 for the weekend, £25 for Friday, £35 for Saturday and £10 for Sunday. Children under ten can attend the weekend for £10, with daily tickets priced at £5. Children under three go free.