The stages are ready, the beer is chilled and the sheep have been given a colourful makeover. The finishing touches have been made for Latitude Festival which opens today and will see 35,000 revellers descend on a picturesque corner of Suffolk.

15 July 2010 10:29

Structural experts create a temporary floating pontoon bridge for the public to gain easier access from the campsite and the woods to the main arena. Each year around 100 sheep are dyed a whole range of non-permanent colours, but none are harmed in the process.

15 July 2010 10:28

Event organisers have called for revellers heading to the Latitude festival to respect the environment as they travel to and from the site. Extra bus and train services, car-sharing schemes and eco-friendly options are available to those heading to the Henham estate.

15 July 2010 10:27

Latitude maybe on the doorstep, so you can pop home if you forget any essentials, but if you don't fancy missing any of the festival it is best to be prepared.

31 March 2010 06:17

Popular indie band James are among the latest raft of acts to be confirmed for this summer's Latitude Festival.