Newcastle’s Ignition Festival Suffers Last Minute Cancellation

This weekend’s Ignition Festival has been cancelled at the last minute.

The event, due to take place over the weekend (August 6th-7th) has ben pulled after organisers failed to find an alternative venue after Newcastle Racecourse officials voiced concerns about safety.

A statement from the festival explains: ‘With deepest regret we are now in a position to confirm that Ignition Festival 2011 will not be going ahead despite every effort to keep this going after this was cancelled yesterday by Newcastle Racecourse.

‘We have been in discussions with… Newcastle City Council with regards to relocating the event. Unfortunately this was not possible due to residential issues and time constraints.’

Acts set to play Ignition Festival included Calvin Harris and Feeder.