UK summers do not mean guaranteed fine weather, but rain or shine,for youug people it's time to head outdoors and enjoy some great music.
Summer music festivals arc a much — loved tradition in the UK and hundreds are now held yearly. Whatever your musical taste, there is something for you - from peaceful folk festivals in country fields to giant global gatherings in city parks and rock festivals held in the grounds of stately homes. More and more local organizers are getting in on the act, too, with small towns and even villages staging their own events. Here is a quick guide to six of the biggest and best UK summer festivals.
Download Festival: With two outdoor stages in the woods, this three- day festival is held at Donnington Park racetrack and is a mecca (麦加)for rock and heavy metal fans.
Glastonbury: Dating back to 1970, this Somersetbased festival with its striking main Pyramid Stage is probably the best - known of all. It is also the biggest, with ground 150000 tick- ets selling out in a matter of days.
Global Gathering: Over 100 acts and 80000 festival goers desceod on. Stratford - upon Avon for two days of house,dub step and electronic dance music.
Isle of Wight Festival: First held in 1968 On. a pretty inland off England's south coast, this festival is one of the oldest. Legendary acts like T - Hex, Jimi Hendrix and The doors have
graced its stage.
T - In the park: This weekend 一 long festival, held in Scotland, boasts an impressive thirteen stages and up to 180 acts.
WOMAD: Now in its 30th year, this family festival celebrates the Worlds of Music, Arts and dance.
21.Where can heavy metal fans go?
A. Isle of Wight B. Egypt C. Donnington Park D. Mecca
22. Which is the biggest and famous festival?
A. WOMAD B. T - in the park C. Global Gathering D. Glastonbury
23.What do the festivals mentioned above have in common?
A.They are held outdoors. B.They are held each summer.
C.They are held mostly in big cities. D: They are held on weekends.
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