Check out stage slot opportunities from our chums at Galtres Festival:

We've identified our criteria for the type of bands and musicians we're looking for, so we suggest you take a good look at here,  and only apply if you fit the bill.

Most of the acts we book come from within Yorkshire and play original music, not covers, although we do make the odd exception for exceptional artistes. High quality is very important to us - last year we received more than 1600 applications for 100 stage slots, so only the very best will make it.

Similarly, we're looking for a range of first class actors, entertainers, workshop facilitators and storytellers for our family festival of fun. Check out our criteria here before applying.

To apply click here  - the deadline is 20 April 2012.

We're specifically looking for a funky brass band to march around the arena - maybe also to march around campsites to wake everyone up and get them in the mood for any other fabulous day of festival fun. Oh yes, we will have a few open mic slots on the acoustic Firkin Stage, and some 'busking' slots also, so bring your spoons or banjo, and do join in. And if you are a bit mad and look wacky and want to add to the fun in the arena, do let us know and we might let you in!

More info on Galtres HERE.