NEWS Nearlywed All the latest from the region BRAXTED PARK ESTATE OPEN DAY IN OCTOBER Braxted Park Estate offers a unique blend of serenity and sophistication that come together in one magnificent venue. Set amongst the picturesque Essex countryside, Braxted Park Estate is a carefully curated space that offers the perfect setting where forever memories are created and everything you could wish for is here in this one breathtaking location. And on 26th October, 2025 you’ll be able to experience this exquisite location for yourselves. County Wedding Events is hosting a must-visit wedding fair between 11am and 3pm; the team will on hand alongside talented local suppliers ready to talk about your big day. Braxted Park Estate’s friendly and knowledgeable team will also be there to guide you around the 500-acre estate and will be serving delicious refreshments throughout the day. For further info, visit: www.countyweddingevents.com HYLANDS PARK TO HOST RADIO 2 IN THE PARK 2025 Chelmsford will host another major music festival this summer, with BBC Radio 2 in the Park set to take place in Hylands Park from 5th to 7th September. Rylan said of this year’s event location: “I can’t wait to welcome my Radio 2 family to Chelmsford and have this year’s Radio 2 in the Park right on my doorstep! If there’s one thing I know for certain, it’s that an Essex crowd know how to party. See you all in Hylands Park!” Head of Radio 2, Helen Thomas, says: “Radio 2 in the Park is our biggest party of the year, and we’re delighted to be bringing a three-day music extravaganza to Chelmsford! We’ve been busy booking some of the world’s most loved artists to perform to thousands of revellers in Hylands Park, as well as to millions of listeners and viewers at home or on the move. We can’t wait to bring our family of Radio 2 presenters to Essex.” Radio 2 is the UK’s most listened to radio station with a weekly audience of 13.1 million. Their flagship live music festival, Radio 2 in the Park, will broadcast live from Hylands Park throughout the weekend of 5th to 7th September. Most of Radio 2’s presenters will descend on the city for the weekend and all the action will be broadcast on Radio 2, BBC Sounds and BBC iPlayer. The event is a major coup for Chelmsford. It joins a long list of renowned music festivals that have been hosted in the city in previous years, including V Festival, RiZE and the inaugural Creamfields South. The three-day festival is expected to generate a major boost to Chelmsford’s economy, presenting fresh opportunities for local businesses. Last year’s host city, Preston, reported that Radio 2 in the Park brought £5.3 million into the city through visitor spending, with many festival attendees choosing to stay overnight or make a day trip of their visit. The event had a lasting positive impact upon the city of Preston, putting it on the map as an exciting visitor destination and capable host city for large-scale events. Announced live on The Scott Mills Breakfast Show, Bryan Adams will headline the Saturday night and rock band Def Leppard – with an exclusive UK performance for 2025 – will headline the Sunday night. Ahead of this, the weekend will officially kick off with a Friday night DJ party, back by popular demand after its debut at Radio 2 in the Park 2024. This will feature sets from Radio 2 presenters Vernon Kay, Scott Mills, Rylan, DJ Spoony and Michelle Visage. Find out more about the event at: www.bbc.co.uk/radio2inthepark 9 NEWS
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