Burke star turn

Strictly star and former X-Factor winner Alexandra Burke will headline this summer’s Big Day Out festival.

The singer will headline the main stage at the event in Mote Park, Maidstone, on Saturday, July 14.

Joining her is Grace Davies, runner-up in the 2017 X-Factor final, and Kevin Davy White, who came third in the contest.

Tickets for the festival that runs from 11am to 10pm, costs £22, £16.50 for children and £3 for under twos. To book, visit skiddle.com