Clark, Ray
The Great British Woodstock: The Incredible Story of the Weeley Festival 1971
- ISBN 13:
- 9780750969895
- author:
- Clark, Ray
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- History Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 22.35 x 24.64 x 0.25 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
The Great British Woodstock: The Incredible Story of the Weeley Festival 1971 In 1971, a small local charity event in Weeley, Essex, was transformed into one of the biggest music festivals in UK history. The Clacton Round Table's pop concert, initially planned as a small gig for 5,000 locals, drew a massive crowd of over 150,000 people. This one-off event, featuring rock stars like Rod Stewart and T.Rex, alongside Hell's Angels and local volunteers, became a legendary festival that changed the way outdoor events were organised. The Weeley Festival of Progressive Music was a chaotic yet unforgettable experience, marked by a complete lack of proper planning and a rural police force on site. The event's impact on British popular music folklore is still felt today. This book tells the story of Weeley, as remembered by those who were there in unpublished interviews and photographs. With a unique blend of history, music, and social context, The Great British Woodstock offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in UK music history.
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