Nottingham is "buzzing" as a much-anticipated music festival returned to the city. Hundreds were seen descending to Colwick Country Park on Saturday afternoon (June 4) for the Detonate festival.
The event started at 11am and will last until 11pm, finishing off with a four-minute firework display. Some disruption to traffic is expected while a number of streets have been restricted to residents-only access.
Revellers were seen queuing in fancy dress at the main entrance, while others had VIP access. Police were in attendance at the road closures, while traffic marshalls were calming the congestion and queues formed around the park.
A group of friends queuing said have been awaiting the festival for months. James Hington, 37, who said he has never missed, added: "It is always banging. I have always been here. It always brings good atmosphere to Nottingham.
"I came here last year as well. Everyone was having so much fun. The line-up is great and there is always good music. I am glad that it is still going ahead in Nottingham."
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Nicky Clarke, a hairdresser in Nottingham, 32, was heading towards the main entrance and added: "I am just very excited. I think it is going to be great." Her friend Peter Nagelsztajn, 36, added: "It is nice to have events like this in Nottingham. I live locally in Colwick as well, so it is even better. Cannot wait to get in."
It is not just the music connoisseurs who lined up for the festival. Ollie Garner, who was attending for the first time, said he was "buzzing".
The 21-year-old student added: "It is the first time and I cannot wait. I heard it is so good.
"I am buzzing, I cannot wait to get in. I am going to meet my friends inside and we will have so much fun.
"It is such an amazing event from what I have heard. Everyone is vibing."
