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[wilcox]

Travelling down from Newcastle. Probably get a cheap travelodge near Dover before and after I get the ferry across.

Edited by wilcox, 21 December 2009 - 12:08 PM.

[type80]

ok no

Edited by type80, 28 March 2010 - 07:43 PM.

[wilcox]

Was just reading on Wikipedia (I know it's not a great source) but it says that the site will be moved to Citadelle Vauban, capacity increased to 40,000 and there will be 2 stages.

And I'm buying my tickets tomorrow  

[DIsForDylan]

rock and dance stage? wheres citadelle? you have facebook wilcox?

wilcox, on Jan 5 2010, 11:11 PM, said:

Was just reading on Wikipedia (I know it's not a great source) but it says that the site will be moved to , capacity increased to 40,000 and there will be 2 stages.

And I'm buying my tickets tomorrow  

[wilcox]

Translated from the Facebook page:

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After 5 wonderful editions of the Grand d'Arras, Main Square Festival takes this year to propose new areas for public reception conditions and listening ever more exceptional. But never fear, if the Grand has charm, you can not leave you overwhelmed by the majesty of this new place!

Following the departure this year of the 601st regiment of traffic, Live Nation Festivals France wished to participate, in partnership with the Urban Community of Arras, the splendid site of the Citadel of Arras. Built in the seventeenth century to plans by Vauban, it has been classified as World Heritage by UNESCO. The pentagon, a fine example of military architecture of the period of the Sun King, is nestled in a verdant park of 40 hectares in the city. Covering about 10 hectares, the site offers magnificent opportunities for all festival goers.

Thus, this space will provide them finally a second scene and maximize comfort with adequate recreational areas. The festival will also propose a new campground close to the walled within walking distance to the festival. Under these conditions, the 2010 edition of the Main Square Festival is preparing once again to mark the spirits

The Cidadel is to the south-west of Arras, and on Google Earth it looks rather nice.  Waiting for funds to transfer to purchase my tickets.

Edited by wilcox, 06 January 2010 - 05:23 PM.

[type80]

wilcox, on Jan 6 2010, 06:21 PM, said:

Translated from the Facebook page:





The Cidadel is to the south-west of Arras, and on Google Earth it looks rather nice.  Waiting for funds to transfer to purchase my tickets.

Looks interesting!

[wilcox]

I think they'll do stages at both ends of the Citadel...similar to Sonisphere at Knebworth. That means no clashes.

EDIT: Tickets finally bought. Just need to buy Camping tickets next payday and sort hotels/ferries.

Edited by wilcox, 08 January 2010 - 05:35 PM.

[funkymp]

got my ticket, any ideas on how to actually get there   just doing the sat for pearl jam

[wilcox]

funkymp, on Jan 10 2010, 02:22 PM, said:

got my ticket, any ideas on how to actually get there   just doing the sat for pearl jam

Camp for the night after Pearl Jam (8euro) then see what the train from Arras to Paris is like and Eurostar it? Unless you fancy driving.  That's what I'm doing

[DIsForDylan]

are you driving? feeel like picking me up from paris if i paid hah

wilcox, on Jan 11 2010, 12:36 PM, said:

Camp for the night after Pearl Jam (8euro) then see what the train from Arras to Paris is like and Eurostar it? Unless you fancy driving.  That's what I'm doing

[wilcox]

DIsForDylan, on Jan 11 2010, 11:53 PM, said:

are you driving? feeel like picking me up from paris if i paid hah

That's a bit too far! I'm already shitting it for driving on the wrong side of the road!

[DIsForDylan]

haha from newcastle? true

wilcox, on Jan 13 2010, 12:25 PM, said:

That's a bit too far! I'm already shitting it for driving on the wrong side of the road!

[wilcox]

Dammit I want another announcement!

[wilcox]

I've stumbled across a Press Relase which I'm gonna try and translate:



It shows the new site and festival zone.  Looks very compact and good  

[wilcox]

Bump!

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En réponse aux nombreux fans qui trépignent d'impatience (et on les comprend!), l'annonce officielle des nouveaux groupes de la programmation du Main Square 2010 est reportée d'une semaine. En cause, la préparation d'une énorme surprise... Cela prend plus de temps que prévu initialement, alors il va falloir attendre encore un petit peu.
L'offre spéciale du pass 3 jours à 99€ au lieu de 135€ est par conséquent reportée jusqu'au 17 février, profitez-en!!!

Basically, announcement was due today but they've had to push it back to next week. Can't wait!

[DIsForDylan]

why no second announcement?

[wilcox]

DIsForDylan, on Feb 17 2010, 08:06 PM, said:

why no second announcement?

Black Eyed Peas and David Guetta for Friday. Dunno if they;re headlining. I wanted Muse.

Edited by wilcox, 23 February 2010 - 05:01 PM.

[wilcox]

Announcement due 18th March.

Edited by wilcox, 12 March 2010 - 07:38 PM.

[wilcox]

Bloody Beetroots Deathcrew 77
Pony Pony Run Run
Jamiroquai
-M-
Phoenix
Coheed & Cambria
Stereophonics
Florence  & the Machine

added to the bill