Various Artists (July 14, 1973) – “Buxton ‘Pop’ Festival” Advertisement – Melody Maker
The July 14, 1973 edition of Melody Maker carries a full-page advertisement for the Buxton “Pop” Festival at Booth Farm, near Buxton, Derbyshire, on Saturday July 21st.
Publication: Melody Maker
Date: July 14, 1973
Country: United Kingdom
The advert promotes the festival presented by Steve Robinson in association with North-West Promotions Ltd. Headliners include Roy Wood’s “Wizzard” and a special one-and-only UK appearance by Chuck Berry.
Also listed are the Groundhogs, with special guests Canned Heat, Nazareth, Medicine Head and the Edgar Broughton Band, plus groups to be announced and D.J. John Peel. A stop-press note confirms the Wizzard appearance is now definite after contractual problems were overcome. Advance tickets are £2.00 (£2.50 on the day).
CONTEXT AND NOTES
The festival is scheduled from 11.30 a.m. till midnight approximately.
The site is situated three miles from Buxton centre with access from the Leek to Buxton Road (A53). Continuous bus service, overnight accommodation in large marquees, a five-acre shopping area and licensed bars are mentioned.
Ticket outlets and a booking form are included.
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
Event: Festival advertisement
Era: 1973 (mid-1970s rock festival scene) Tone: Promotional, informative Photography: Text-based advertisement with map (no photos)
WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS
Bold headline “BUXTON ‘POP’ FESTIVAL”
Line-up featuring Roy Wood’s Wizzard, Chuck Berry, Groundhogs, Canned Heat, Nazareth, Medicine Head and Edgar Broughton Band
Ticket prices and booking details
Map of the festival site near Buxton
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