Solfest, an independent music and arts festival, was first held on the Solway coast near Silloth in September 2004.
“After more than 20 years as one of the UK’s most established family festivals, the organisers of Solfest have taken the difficult decision to place the company into liquidation,” the organisers said in a statement.
“This decision follows a series of significant challenges, many of which were outside the control of the festival team.”
Over the years, Solfest has seen performances from the likes of The Charlatans, James, The Fratellis, The Coral, Supergrass, The Levellers and The Proclaimers.
Leftfield play live on the Main Stage at Solfest 2025 (Image: Newsquest)
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