Bloodstock Open Air announces first acts for 2012

Bloodstock Open Air have confirmed the first two acts appearing at next year's festival held over four days from Thursday 9th until Sunday 12th August at Catton Hall, Walton-on-Trent, in South Derbyshire.

The first act confirmed for the Ronnie James Dio main stage next year are Canadian legends Anvil the veterans were been propelled back into the limelight with the documentary 'Anvil! The Story of Anvil'.

Also confirmed today are Orange Goblin who will appear on the Sophie Lancaster stage next year.

Early bird tickets are on sale until 15th December, priced at £95 for adults, and car parking, child (aged 4 - 11 years), day tickets, and campervan passes are expected to be on sale at a later date. To buy tickets, click here.

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