Jay Z and Pink are set to headline this years V Festival which takes place from Saturday 19th - Sunday 20th August at Hylands Park,  Chelmsford and Weston Park Stafford.

Joining Jay Z are Pete Tong presents Ibiza Classics performed by The Heritage Orchestra, Ellie Goulding, and Stormzy. (Chelmsford Saturday, Stafford Sunday).  Appearing with Pink will be Rudimental, Craig David, Jess Glynne (Chelmsford Sunday, Stafford Sunday).

Other acts announced today are: George Ezra, Jason Derulo, Madness, Sean Paul, Dizzee Rascal, Sigma, James Arthur, Clean Bandit, Gorgon City, The Wombats, Anne-Marie, Hannah Wants, Krept & Konan, Jack Savoretti, JP Cooper, The Vamps, Jonas Blue, Busted, Scouting For Girls, Raye, and Calum Scott.

V Festival is the original dual venue festival and is now in its 22nd year.  The festival has a reputation for attracting the biggest 'chart' artists in the world over 5 stages together with a Comedy Tent.  V Festival offers a wide range of VI and glamping options.

Tickets for both events go on sale Friday 3rd March.