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Reading and Leeds Festival unveils major overhaul, but will it draw in a new crowd?

Reading and Leeds Festival unveils major overhaul, but will it draw in a new crowd?
BBC Arts Friday 28 August 2026, 06:33 UTC 1 min read
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BBC Newsbeat has spoken with festival-goers to see whether they feel the changes will attract a wider demographic.

BBC Newsbeat has spoken with festival-goers to see whether they feel the changes will attract a wider demographic.
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